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Ear, Nose and Mouth Injuries

Ear, Nose and Mouth Injuries. Injuries, Part 2. “ Before & After ” BELLWORK. Using a piece of notebook paper, answer the following questions, leaving a line between each answer. Put the paper aside until the end of class. What is an expistaxis?

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Ear, Nose and Mouth Injuries

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  1. Ear, Nose and Mouth Injuries Injuries, Part 2

  2. “Before & After” BELLWORK Using a piece of notebook paper, answer the following questions, leaving a line between each answer. Put the paper aside until the end of class. • What is an expistaxis? • How would you care for a tooth that has been knocked out? • What is a deviated septum? • How would you know if someone has fractured his/her mandible?

  3. Objectives Differentiate between common injuries and their mechanisms, signs, symptoms and treatments for nasal, ear and mouth injuries. Property of CTE Joint Venture

  4. Idea Wave List 3-5 ideas about the injuries that were examined yesterday. Be ready to share. After the “Idea Wave,” be prepared to rank your top three ideas from the class. PROPERTY OF PIMA COUNTY JTED, 2010

  5. Cauliflower Ear • MOI: • Friction • Tugging on ear • Direct blows • S/S: • Fluid buildup under skin • Deformity • Tenderness • Rx: RICE Referral for drainage

  6. Swimmer’s Ear • MOI: Water trapped in ear • S/S: • Itch/pain • Swelling in ear canal • Hearing loss • Rx: • OTC ear drops • Referral for antibiotics • Wear ear plugs or thoroughly dry ears to prevent

  7. Epistaxis (nosebleed) • MOI: genetics, dry air, direct blows, nose picking • Rx: Lean forward pinching nose • Noseplugs • Ice • Refrain from sneezing, snorting or blowing nose after bleeding stops

  8. Deviated Septum • S/S: • Cartilage between nostrils has shifted • Decreased breathing though one nostril • Increased chance for epistaxis • Increased snoring, sleep apnea • Referral for care • http://childhealthcare-fever.blogspot.com/ • MOI: • Direct blow • genetics Property of CTE Joint Venture

  9. Nasal Fracture • www.tuc.edu • MOI: Direct Blow • S/S: • Deformity • Severe epistaxis • Crepitus • Deviated septum • Racoon eyes • Rx: • Refer for x-ray • Wear mask to protect

  10. Mandible Fractures • MOI: Direct Blow • S/S: • Pain • Malocclusion (teeth do not align) • Positive Tongue Blade Test • Rx: • RICE • Referral • Check for concussion Property of CTE Joint Venture

  11. Chipped: keep piece and take with to dentist If tooth has moved out of normal position, realign and refer If tooth has been knocked out, place back in socket and align, then refer If you need to transport the tooth, the best method is in the mouth Second best is keep tooth in milk, water, ice, or specially made solutions until a dentist can fix http://www.brandnewsourmilk.com/2009/08/nightmare-journeys-spitting-out-broken.html Teeth Injuries

  12. “What’s My Injury?” • With a partner, choose an injury from today’s lesson • Write a creative scenario about that injury including the etiology, pathology, and treatment for the injury • Be prepared to share with the class Property of CTE Joint Venture

  13. “Before & After” CLOSURE On your Before and After bellwork sheet, answer the following questions on the line below your “Before” answers. This will assess your new learning for the day! • What is an expistaxis? • How would you care for a tooth that has been knocked out? • What is a deviated septum? • How would you know someone has fractured his /her mandible?

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