Final Exam: NR569/ NR 569 (New 2023/ 2024 Update) Differential Diagnosis in Acute Care Practicum Exam Review with 100% Correct Verified Answers- Chamberlain

Final Exam: NR569/ NR 569 (New 2023/ 2024 Update) Differential Diagnosis in Acute Care Practicum Exam Review with 100% Correct Verified Answers- Chamberlain QUESTION Auricle hematoma "Cauliflower ear" is a collection of blood underneath the perichondrium of the ear and typically occurs secondary to trauma. QUESTION Physical exam findings of Auricle hematoma Answer: contour irregularity of ear with swelling and fluctuant area overlying the ear's cartilaginous portions. Likely symptoms include pain, paresthesia, and ecchymosis QUESTION Treatment for auricle hematoma Answer: -Incision and drainage (likely) -Bolster dressing to reduce dead space, compress and prevent re accumulating blood -Requires close follow-up -Referral to Plastic Surgery if cosmetic appearance is a concern -Hematomas lasting more than 7 days need an urgent referral to an ENT or plastic surgeon -If recurs, or is not treated, will result in a permanent deformity, also known as "cauliflower ear" QUESTION Ramsay Hunt Syndrome (Herpes Zoster Oticus) Answer: Ramsay Hunt syndrome (herpes zoster oticus) is a rare, severe complication of varicella-zoster virus reactivation in the geniculate ganglion, characterized by hearing loss, pain, and vesicles in the ear or mouth along with ipsilateral facial palsy QUESTION symptoms of Ramsay-Hunt syndrome Answer: *A painful red rash with fluid-filled blisters on, in and around one ear *Facial weakness or paralysis on the same side as the affected ear Ear pain -Hearing loss -Ringing in your ears (tinnitus) -Difficulty closing one eye -A sensation of spinning or moving (vertigo) -A change in taste perception or loss of taste -Dry mouth and eyes QUESTION Triad of Ramsay Hunt Syndrome The classic triad consists of otalgia, vesicles in the au