HFHC Exam 3 with complete solutions.

What is otitis media? inflammation of the middle ear AKA ear infection What are the types of otitis media? Acute, Serous, Chronic Previous Play Next Rewind 10 seconds Move forward 10 seconds Unmute 0:00 / 0:15 Full screen Brainpower Read More What is acute otitis media? bacterial infection in middle ear from pathogens transferred from the nasopharynx (typically following an upper respiratory infection) What is serous otitis media? collection of fluid in middle ear behind tympanic membrane impairing the equalization of ear pressure in the middle ear -not infected with bacteria -without inflammation What is chronic otitis media? Eustachian tube trauma/dysfunction, usually the result of recurrent acute otitis media Risk factors for otitis media 2 years old, boys more than girls, genetics, second-hand smoke exposure, allergies, down syndrome, cleft lip/palate, attend daycare, bottle propping, prolonged pacifier use Treatment for otitis media -ATB (amoxicillin) 80-90 mg/kg/day, acetaminophen/ibuprofen, topical pain relief drops -tympanostomy tube placement, tonsillectomy or adenoidectomy for CHRONIC What is conjunctivitis? inflammation of the conjunctiva, most common eye disease and is usually caused by a bacterial or viral infection What are the types of conjunctivitis? -acute bacterial conjunctivitis (AKA pinkeye), caused by S. aureus -viral conjunctivitis, caused by adenovirus -ophthalmia neonatorum (infant 30 days) Risk factors for conjunctivitis wearing contact lenses, young children especially with upper respiratory infections, childcare centers, compromised immune system Treatment for conjunctivitis antibiotics - topically as eyedrops or ointment What is epiglottitis? inflammatory condition of the epiglottis or nearby structures What is important to remember about epiglottitis? -this is a medical emergency (remember your ABCs - airway!) -do not examine throat with a tongue depressor -do not obtain a throat culture What are the medication classes that are used for asthma? -quick-relief med