Solutions
Neuropathy expected findings
Paresthesias and burning sensation
Neuropathy signs and symptoms
Feet become numb
Decrease in proprioception
Decrease in station of light touch
Foot infection
Deformities of the foot
Decrease in deep tendon reflexes and vibratory sensation
Neuropathy diagnostic test
Blood test
Nerve function test
Neuropathy risk factors
Longer duration of diabetes
Poor diabetes control
Increased BMI
,Smoking
CVD, increased TG, HTN
Neuropathy goals
Instensive of insulin therapy and control but glucose levels delay
the onset and slow the progression of neuropathy
Neuropathy interventions
Pain management- analgesics
Antidepressants
Anti-seizure medication
Mexiletine
Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation
Otitis media expected findings
Inflammation of the middle ear with the presence of fluid
Otitis media signs and symptoms
Otalgia ear pain
Poor feeding or loss of appetite
A recent upper respiratory infection
Fever
, Loss of appetite
Dull, opaque, bulging, or red tympanic membrane
Otitis media risk factors
frequent URIs
passive smoke
daycare
bottle-feeding
chronic health problems
sibling with recurrent ear infections
males
4 months to 4 years
Otitis media goals
Resolve spontaneously
Otitis media interventions
Antibiotics
Analgesics
Heat and cool compress
Follow up
Conjunctivitis expected findings
Infectious, allergic, or chemical in nature
Conjunctivitis signs and symptoms