Epistaxis and Antibiotics in HEENT Healthcare
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Where do most nose bleeds (epistaxis) commonly occur?

  • Anterior part of the nose (correct)
  • Inside the ear canal
  • On the surface of the eyeball
  • Posterior part of the nose
  • What is the recommended position for a person experiencing a nosebleed?

  • Sitting upright and leaning slightly forward (correct)
  • Leaning backward with the head tilted forward
  • Standing with the head tilted to one side
  • Lying down with the head tilted back
  • In treating bacterial infections in the realm of head, eyes, ears, nose, and throat (HEENT) healthcare, what is crucial?

  • Avoiding antibiotics for any symptom related to HEENT infections
  • Sharing antibiotics with family members if they have similar symptoms
  • Using antibiotics immediately for any symptoms of infection
  • Consulting with a healthcare provider before using antibiotics (correct)
  • What is the role of antibiotics in treating illnesses affecting the head, eyes, nose, and throat (HEENT)?

    <p>They are necessary for treating bacterial infections but not viral ones. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the secret to managing HEENT disorders effectively?

    <p>Receiving the right diagnosis and following through on recommended treatments (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be considered before using antibiotics for disorders affecting the head, eyes, nose, and throat (HEENT)?

    <p>The nature of the ailment and its underlying cause (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What antibiotic might be prescribed for bacterial conjunctivitis?

    <p>Polymyxin/trimethoprim eye drops (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common cause of conductive hearing loss in the elderly?

    <p>Otosclerosis (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which salivary gland secretes saliva through Stensen’s ducts?

    <p>Parotid gland (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the early signs of Ototoxicity?

    <p>Tinnitus, hearing loss, vertigo (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For which condition might Amoxicillin/clavulanate be prescribed?

    <p>Acute Bacterial Rhinosinusitis (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the hereditary condition that is the most common cause of conductive hearing loss in the elderly?

    <p>Otosclerosis (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of minor salivary glands?

    <p>Secrete saliva directly into the oral cavity (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What could lead to difficulty focusing eyes as a sign of ototoxicity?

    <p>Damage to the cochlea or vestibules (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What antibiotic is often prescribed for Otitis Media (Middle Ear Infection)?

    <p>Amoxicillin, Augmentin (amoxicillin/clavulanate), Cefdinir (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the sensation experienced as a sign of vertigo?

    <p>A sensation of feeling off balance, often described as a spinning sensation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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