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Otitis externa
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Definition
Infection of outer ear canal
Symptoms
Swelling of outer ear canal
Ear pain
Decreased hearing
Causes
Bacterial infection
Allergy
Autoimmune disorders
Diagnostic tests
Microbial culture
Tympanocentesis
Treatment
Antibiotics drops (ofloxacin)
Burrows solution
Adenoidectomy
Myringotomy and TT placement
Pathophysiology
Compact bone of skull base becomes replaced with granulation tissue
Bone destruction
Infection spreads to tymphanomastoid suture and along venous canals and facial planes
Further infection causes cranial neuropathies
Infection from bacteria
Nursing care
Nursing diagnosis
Anxiety
Disturbed sensory perception
Acute pain
Infection
Nursing Intervention
Monitor hearing loss
Hygiene education
Position patient in a high rise position
Evaluation
Patient is free of infection
Patient has normal hearing
Patient indicate absence of pain
Patient understand preventive measures
