PH 19 Drugs for Ear and Eye Problems
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Which part of the ear contains the semicircular canals, the cochlea, the vestibule, and the end of the eighth cranial nerve?

  • Pinna
  • Middle ear
  • Inner ear (correct)
  • External ear

    • What is the main function of the ear?

  • Detecting sound vibrations (correct)
  • Equalizing pressure
  • Producing cerumen
  • Maintaining balance

    • What is the purpose of the eustachian tube?

  • Drain secretions from the middle ear
  • Detect vibrations from sound waves
  • Allow organisms to move into the middle ear
  • Equalize pressure on both sides of the eardrum (correct)

    • Which drugs are most commonly used to manage ear infections and inflammation in the middle ear?

    <p>Systemic antimicrobials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of drugs reduce the amount of aqueous humor produced in the eye?

    <p>Alpha-adrenergic agonists</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of cholinergic drugs?

    <p>To activate specific receptors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are otic drugs used for?

    <p>To manage ear problems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of drugs are ophthalmic drugs?

    <p>Drugs prepared to place on the eye or the conjunctiva</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a correct technique for instilling eardrops into a patient's ear?

    <p>Pull the pinna down and back for an older child or adult</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do if the patient's eardrum is damaged?

    <p>Consult with the healthcare provider before administering the eardrops</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct position for the patient's head when instilling eardrops?

    <p>Tilt the patient's head so the affected ear is up</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done after instilling eardrops into the patient's ear?

    <p>Remove the gloves and wash hands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a nursing consideration for ophthalmic drug therapy?

    <p>Always wash your hands before and after giving eye drops</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of applying gentle pressure over the tear duct after giving eye drops?

    <p>To reduce systemic absorption of the drug</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common nursing consideration for all ophthalmic drugs?

    <p>Assess the patient's eye for redness, drainage, or open areas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should contact lenses be removed before giving eye drops?

    <p>To prevent interference with drug absorption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about topical eye drug therapy is correct?

    <p>Eye drugs should be instilled using correct technique to ensure contact with the eye and prevent harm or infection.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should a patient do if there is sudden decrease or loss of vision while using eye drugs?

    <p>Go to the emergency department or call 911.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should a patient do if there are any new symptoms while taking eye drugs?

    <p>Let the healthcare provider know right away.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the proper technique for giving eye drops or ointments to a patient?

    <p>Pull the lower lid up against the patient's cheek.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structure produces aqueous humor in the eye?

    <p>Ciliary body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the normal range for intraocular pressure (IOP)?

    <p>10-20 mm Hg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of maintaining a normal IOP?

    <p>To prevent blindness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the trabecular network in the circulation of aqueous humor?

    <p>Drainage of aqueous humor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the cornea in the eye?

    <p>To allow light to enter the eye</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What gives color to the eyes?

    <p>Iris</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the correct order of steps for self-administering eye drops?

    <p>Remove contact lenses, tilt head backward, squeeze prescribed number of drops into pocket made with lower lid, close eye for 2 minutes, release lower eyelid, recap bottle, wash hands again</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done after administering eye drops?

    <p>Wipe away excess drug or tears, release lower eyelid, recap bottle, replace contact lenses, wash hands again</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done before administering eye drops?

    <p>Check the name, strength, expiration date, color, and clarity of the eye drops; remove contact lenses; wash hands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done if both eyes are to receive the same drug and one eye is infected?

    <p>Use two separate bottles or tubes and carefully label each with 'right' or 'left' for the correct eye</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential side effect of using drugs that are too cold or too warm?

    <p>Blurred vision</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of ophthalmic drugs?

    <p>To manage glaucoma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done before giving eye drops to a patient?

    <p>Remove contact lenses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should a patient do if there is sudden eye pain or sudden changes in vision?

    <p>Notify the RN or healthcare provider</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the ear contains the fluid-filled organ with hair cells that detect vibration from sound and stimulate the eighth cranial nerve?

    <p>The inner ear</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the ear?

    <p>To detect sound waves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of drugs are most commonly used to manage ear infections and inflammation in the middle ear?

    <p>Systemic drugs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of applying gentle pressure over the tear duct after giving eye drops?

    <p>To prevent the medication from leaking out</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the correct technique for administering eye drops?

    <p>Hold the lower lid down and release the drops into the pocket</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done after administering eye drops?

    <p>Blot or wipe away excess medication or tears</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of closing the eyes after giving eye drops?

    <p>To allow the medication to be absorbed into the eye</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should patients be reminded of after using eye drops?

    <p>To avoid driving until their vision clears</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of drugs can lower intraocular pressure by decreasing the production of aqueous humor by 50-60%?

    <p>Carbonic anhydrase inhibitors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of cholinergic drugs in managing eye problems?

    <p>Improve outflow of aqueous humor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term refers to drugs prepared for delivery into the external ear canal?

    <p>Otic drugs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of prostaglandin agonists in managing eye problems?

    <p>Reduce the amount of aqueous humor produced</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of drugs are typically clear, thin, liquid drugs that are supplied in a bottle specifically labeled 'for ophthalmic use only'?

    <p>Eye drops</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of tilting the patient's head back slightly and retracting the lower lid to expose the conjunctival sac when giving eye drops?

    <p>To ensure the drug is in contact with the eye</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done after giving eye drops to reduce the amount of drug absorbed systemically?

    <p>Apply gentle pressure with the index finger over the tear duct for about 3 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following symptoms should be reported to the healthcare provider immediately when using eye drugs?

    <p>Both A and B</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a nursing consideration when instilling eardrops into a patient's ear?

    <p>Verify the drug using the 9 Rights of Drug Administration.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct technique for instilling eardrops into a child's ear?

    <p>Pull the pinna down and back.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is true about instilling cerumenolytic drugs?

    <p>They are used to break up or soften earwax.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an important nursing consideration when using cerumenolytic drugs?

    <p>Do not use in ears with drainage or discharge.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structure in the eye produces aqueous humor?

    <p>Ciliary body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the trabecular network in the circulation of aqueous humor?

    <p>To drain aqueous humor from the anterior chamber</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the normal range for intraocular pressure (IOP)?

    <p>10-20 mm Hg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is maintaining a normal intraocular pressure (IOP) important for eye health?

    <p>To prevent blindness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the cornea in the eye?

    <p>To allow light to enter the eye</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What gives color to the eyes?

    <p>Iris</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the main function of the semicircular canals in the inner ear?

    <p>Maintain the sense of balance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of topical antimicrobial drugs in managing external ear infections?

    <p>To treat infections and inflammation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the bony ossicles in the middle ear?

    <p>Detect vibration from sound</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of systemic antimicrobials in managing middle ear infections?

    <p>To treat infections and inflammation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of drugs are used topically to manage eye problems?

    <p>Prostaglandin agonists</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the cornea in the eye?

    <p>To protect the eye and help focus light</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of applying gentle pressure over the tear duct after giving eye drops?

    <p>To reduce the risk of infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is maintaining a normal intraocular pressure (IOP) important for eye health?

    <p>To decrease the risk of glaucoma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a nursing consideration when administering ophthalmic drugs?

    <p>Remove contact lenses before giving eye drops.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the eustachian tube?

    <p>To connect the middle ear to the throat.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following symptoms may indicate potential for eye injury and even blindness?

    <p>Redness and drainage.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done to reduce systemic absorption of ophthalmic drugs?

    <p>Apply gentle pressure with the index finger over the tear duct.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a correct technique for instilling eardrops into a patient's ear?

    <p>Warm the eardrops to body temperature before administering</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended dosage range for carbamide peroxide when administering it as a cerumenolytic?

    <p>5-10 drops twice daily for up to 4 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should patients be advised to do before using a cerumenolytic product?

    <p>Avoid using the product if there is drainage or discharge from the ear</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done after administering eardrops to a patient?

    <p>Wash your hands and remove your gloves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the correct technique for giving eye drops or ointments to a patient?

    <p>Gently pull the lower lid up against the patient's cheek, forming a small pocket.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done before administering eye drops or ointments?

    <p>All of the above.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to avoid touching the tip of the eye dropper/applicator to the patient's eye?

    <p>To prevent contamination of the eye dropper/applicator.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should a patient do if there are any new symptoms while taking the eye drug?

    <p>Stop taking the eye drug and notify the healthcare provider.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the main function of the cornea in the eye?

    <p>To allow light to enter the eye</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the iris in the eye?

    <p>To give color to the eyes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the normal range for intraocular pressure (IOP)?

    <p>Between 10 and 20 mm Hg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the ciliary body in the eye?

    <p>To produce aqueous humor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the trabecular network in the eye?

    <p>To drain fluid from the anterior chamber</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is maintaining a normal intraocular pressure (IOP) important for eye health?

    <p>To maintain a normal intraocular pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the correct order of steps for self-administering eye drops?

    <p>Wash your hands, remove the cap from the bottle, tilt your head backward, squeeze the bottle and release the prescribed number of drops into the pocket formed by pulling down the lower lid, close your eye for about 2 minutes, gently release your lower eyelid, recap the bottle, replace contact lenses as appropriate, wash your hands again</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of applying gentle pressure over the tear duct after giving eye drops?

    <p>To prevent the drug from being absorbed systemically</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of cholinergic drugs in managing eye problems?

    <p>To constrict the pupil</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common nursing consideration for all ophthalmic drugs?

    <p>Monitor for signs of infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential side effect of using eye drops?

    <p>Blurred vision</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of applying gentle pressure over the tear duct after giving eye drops?

    <p>To prevent systemic absorption of the drug</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of ophthalmic drugs?

    <p>To manage inflammation, infection, and glaucoma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an important nursing consideration when giving eye drops?

    <p>To wash hands before and after giving eye drops</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the ear contains the semicircular canals, the cochlea, the vestibule, and the end of the eighth cranial nerve?

    <p>The inner ear</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the ear?

    <p>Interpreting sounds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the eustachian tube?

    <p>Equalizing pressure on both sides of the eardrum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of drugs are most commonly used to manage ear infections and inflammation in the middle ear?

    <p>Systemic antimicrobials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the eye is responsible for interpreting images and sending signals to the brain?

    <p>Optic nerve</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the lacrimal gland in the eye?

    <p>To produce tears</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which segment of the eye is divided into the anterior chamber and the posterior chamber?

    <p>Anterior segment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of aqueous humor in the eye?

    <p>To maintain the shape of the eye</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following drugs can lower intraocular pressure by decreasing production of aqueous humor by 50-60%?

    <p>Carbonic anhydrase inhibitors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following drugs bind to receptor sites in the eye and reduce the amount of aqueous humor produced?

    <p>Alpha-adrenergic agonists</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following drugs inhibit adrenergic receptor sites in the eye and decrease production of aqueous humor?

    <p>Beta-adrenergic antagonists</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following drugs increase the availability of acetylcholine to activate specific receptors, leading to decreased production of aqueous humor and improving outflow of aqueous humor to decrease intraocular pressure?

    <p>Cholinergic drugs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the correct technique for instilling eardrops into an adult's ear?

    <p>Pull the external ear up and back</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done before administering eardrops?

    <p>Make sure that the patient's eardrum is intact</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done after giving eardrops to a patient?

    <p>Remove your gloves and wash your hands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct technique for instilling eardrops into a child's ear?

    <p>Pull the external ear down and back</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the function of the cornea in the eye?

    <p>To allow light to enter the eye</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the trabecular network in the eye?

    <p>To drain aqueous humor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the normal range for intraocular pressure (IOP)?

    <p>10-20 mm Hg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is maintaining a normal intraocular pressure (IOP) important for eye health?

    <p>To prevent blindness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of cholinergic drugs in managing eye problems?

    <p>To constrict the pupil</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of drugs reduce the amount of aqueous humor produced in the eye?

    <p>Beta blockers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the correct technique for giving eye drops or ointments to a patient?

    <p>Hold the eye-drop bottle or ointment tube (with the cap off) like a pencil, with the tip pointing down.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done after giving eye drops to reduce the amount of drug absorbed systemically?

    <p>Ask the patient to close his or her eyes for 2 minutes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done before giving eye drops to a patient?

    <p>Wash your hands and put on gloves.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of tilting the patient's head back slightly and retracting the lower lid to expose the conjunctival sac when giving eye drops?

    <p>To ensure the eye drops reach the desired area of the eye.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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