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TYMPANIC MEMBRANE PERFORATION 20200411_184720 (Nursing care plan (Assess…
TYMPANIC MEMBRANE
PERFORATION
Pathophysiology
A perforated eardrum may be caused by loud
sounds.
A foreign object in the ear and head trauma
Also middle ear infections or rapid pressure changes.
Prevention
Wear ear plugs when around loud noises.
Do not stick objects into the ear canal.
Treatment
Medication
Antibiotics may be given to
stop growth of bacteria.
Surgery
Cauterization
Burning or freezing a part of the body.
Definition
A hole in the tissue that
separates the ear canal from
the middle ear.
Signs and symptoms
Sharp ear pain
Drainage
Ringing in the ear
Hearing loss
Nursing care plan
Assess severity of pain.
Observe the ear for drainage.
Reduce noise levels.
Give analgesics if pain is severe.
Maintain aseptic technique
Use hands to emphasize
spoken words.
Prevent infection.
Causes
Loud sounds
Ear infections
Head trauma
Diagnostic
Routine otoscopy
Earing screening
Complications
Hearing loss
Nursing management
Pre operative care
Inform patient about the procedure.
Possible outcomes and how to
overcome those
Post operative care
Give prescribed analgesics
Observe dressing for bleeding
Monitor vital signs
Administer antibiotics
