LPC Second Set_Team 4

Wax in the ears, may cause hearing loss, pain usually absent, TM obscured by this during otoscopic exam, MO referral

Drains the middle ear to the nasal part of the pharynx (nasopharynx). AKA middle ear tube.

Painkiller used for mod/severe pain, may cause respiratory depression w/repeated doses, nausea/vomiting

You always withdraw the needle before constricting band is released because of potential for heavy blood loss/hematoma

Fungal infection known as athlete's foot

Superficial layer of skin, no blood vessels or nerves, protects dermis from infection and drying

Band of scar tissue that binds together two anatomical surfaces normally separated, commonly found in abdomen

ABX type- less invasive, easy to use, absorptioon through mucous membranes is very rapid

Shaped to collect sound waves and direct them towards the external auditory meatus

May be caused by anything interfering w/airflow into sinuses/drainage of mucous out of sinuses

Abbreviation for left eye

Protects tissue from histamine effects. Fexofenadine, Diphendydramine, Loratadine, Cetirizine.

Chemical compound that inhibits or kills the growth of bacteria, not to be saved for later use or to be shared

Colored part of eye, located between cornea and lens, controls amt of light entering eye

Sore throat, cough, sputum, nasal congestion/discharge, usually result of virus but can be bacterial, lungs may be clear

First choice of vein in the antecubital space, well supported, least apt to roll

3 stage process by which neutrophils, monocytes, and macrophages engulf & destroy microorganisms, other foreign antigens

Inflammation/infection of paranasal sinuses, bacterial/viral or allergen caused, facial tenderness to percussion

Red flags of sinus complaints include

Tough layer (white), protects inner structure, helps retain shape, connected to 6 muscles that allow for movement

Helps raise/lower suspicion of fluid behind TM, lack of movement in TM w/this test could indicate ear infection

Commonly result in mucous buildup in Eustachian tube, poss. causes hear loss during course of infection. AKA head cold.

Common medications that cause anaphylaxis include all of the following

A visual acuity recording of 20/200 means Pt can read at 20 feet what avg person can read at

Infection of the skin characterized by heat, pain, redness, edema

Separates external and middle ear, healthy one appears pearly gray to amber, can be visualized w/otoscope

Type of antibiotic effective against a wide range of microorganisms

Mod/severe pain in casualties who are alert and conscious, morphine allergies, dosage/route: 800 ug transbuccal

Red flags of respiratory complaints include

Second layer of skin, contains structures that affect cooling, sensation, and circulation of nutrients

Vein selection for drawing blood includes the following criteria except

Antibiotics are indicated for URIs

Air filled cavity w/in temporal bone, contains three ossicles; malleus (hammer), incus (anvil), and stapes (stirrup)

The invasion and multiplication of infective agents in body tissues w/resultant reaction to presence and to toxins

Red flags of eye complaints include

Injuries to soft tissue with break in skin, potential for blood loss and infection

Used to prevent and/or treat fungal infections known as mycoses

Examples of OTC fungal treatments include all of the following EXCEPT

Nodule eminence that points backwards over the entrance of the EAC

When equipment, light and/or space do not permit, (a) _ _ _ is recommended as opposed to no vision exam

Inflammation/infection of EAC, "my ear hurts," S/S ear pain, canal swelling, drainage,low grade fever,bacterial or viral

Red flags of ear complaints include

The transcutaneous puncture of a vein to withdraw specimen of blood, start IV, or administer medication

Bacterial infection of tonsils, complication of strep, muffled "hot potato" voice, surg emergency, ABX therapy

Fungal infection known as jock itch

Severe pain, PO, IM, SC, IV. Initial IV dose would be 5mg slow IV push over 1-2 minutes.

Purpose (s) of obtaining blood sample include (s)

Pt w/bacterial acute otitis media has classic "earache" accompanied by fever of 102o F or higher

Precipitating factors of asthma include

Common cause strep bacteria, S/S fever, tender/swollen neck glands, exudate on tonsils/pharynx, absent cough, ABX tx

Inner layer contains rods and cones, continuation of optic nerve

Acute S/S of asthma include

Only two sinuses accessible to physical examination to check for swelling and tenderness

Hollow or depressed area at the bend of the elbow

The mainstay treatment for pneumonia

Needle used for venipuncture should pierce skin at 15-30 degree angle, bevel up

The regrowth of skin over a wound

When Pt states, "my hay fever is acting up," or "I'm all stuffed up, feel tired, like crap," you should suspect

^ intensity of pain, lethargy, fever, nausea, highly contagious, myalgia

The most important step in evaluating ocular problems is visual acuity

Red, burning, itchy eyes, w/discharge. Can be caused by chemical irritation, infections, or allergies

Cavity containing purulent discharge, surrounded by inflamed tissue, formed as result of localized infection

Monospot w/throat culture to rule out strep, Pts advised to avoid contact sports for at least 30days, Tx symptomatic

Third layer of skin; insulates and adds shape to body, stores energy. Varies in thickness depending on its location.

Located in upper-outer aspect of each upper eye lid, prevents infections, moistens eys, drains through ducts

Separation of a surgical incision or rupture of a wound closure

S/S of pneumonia include all of the following

Abbreviation for right eye

Mod/Severe pain, can cause hallucinogenic terrors, contraindicated in children <3 and those w/hx of schizophrenia

Anisocoria is the term used to describe the unequal size of pupils, may be congenital in approx. 20% of normal people

Pt in field w/PHx of asthma presents w/dyspnea and auditory wheezing. COA after 2 puffs of inhaler-

Fungal infection known as ringworm of the body

According to DA PAM 40-506, contact lenses are allowed for wear during BT, FTX, gas chamber exercises, & deployments

Oxygen and carbon dioxide is exchanged through a process called diffusion

ABX type- oldest method, safest, most convenient, most economical, easy to give. Levofloxacin and Septra.

Fungal infection located in the scalp

Largest organ of the body, controls temp., retains/releases fluids, shields body from environment

Vacutainer/Needle assembly consists of the following items

CO2 and O2 gas exchange occurs in the alveoli

Bacterial common in adults, viral common in infants and children, 6th leading medical cause of death in U.S.

Abbreviation for both eyes

Stimulates gastric secretion and causes dilation of capillaries, bronchial smooth muscle constriction, decreased BP

When speaking of wounds, the term "malodorous" defines something having an unpleasant smell

High pitch tinnitus,vertigo,deafness,hyperthermia,BH effects, and resp stimulation describe toxicity effects of-

ABX type- for severe illness, rapid absorption, unconscious or uncooperative patients. Ancef, Ertapenem.

3rd choice of vein in the antecubital space, often most prominent, tends to roll easily, makes venipuncture difficult

Mucus mebrane lines eyelid, extends to front of eyeball, pink/dark pink color is normal,

Second choice of vein in the antecubital space, name derives from meaning of 'head', vein runs up to shoulder.

Viral infection w S/S sore throat, abd pain, swollen neck lymph nodes, shaggy, white-purple tonsillar exudate

Can cause liver damage if given at higher doses or if given for an extended period of time

Management for epistaxis includes the following

Physical exam of the ear consists of inpection, palpation, and otoscopic exam of the ear using following two guidelines

Middle ear infection, viral/bacterial, TM bulging or red, typically unilateral, "I have ear pain & have had a fever"

Fluid that has penetrated from blood vessels into surrounding tissues resulting from inflammation

S/S include nasal stuffiness/drainage, sore throat, cough, and avoidance of antihistamines

Prolongs the clotting time of blood which may cause the service member to bleed excessively