University:
Liberty University
Course:
BIOM 500 | Introduction to Biomedical Sciences
Academic year:

2024
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355

Pages:

6
Author:

Sheha A.

**Ear Irrigation Procedure** Steps of procedure: 1. Wash hands & wear disposable gloves. 2. Check the eardrum is intact. 3. Make sure the ear drops are at room temperature. 4. Tilt the head to the side of the affected ear. 5. Gently pull the pinna upwards and backwards. 6. Instill the prescribed amount of medication. 7. Gently massage the tragus of the ear. 8. Keep the ear tilted upwards for a few minutes. 9. Insert a cotton wick to absorb any excess fluid. 10. Repeat the process on the other ear, if required. **Important Notes:** * Do not use cotton buds to clean the ear canal. * Do not use force while irrigating the ear. * If any discomfort or pain occurs, stop the procedure and consult a doctor. **Ear Irrigation Procedure** Steps of procedure: 1. Wash hands & wear disposable gloves. 2. Check the eardrum is intact. 3. Make sure the ear drops are at room temperature. 4. Tilt the head to the side of the affected ear. 5. Gently pull the pinna upwards and backwards. 6. Instill the prescribed amount of medication. 7. Gently massage the tragus of the ear. 8. Keep the ear tilted upwards for a few minutes. 9. Insert a cotton wick to absorb any excess fluid. 10. Repeat the process on the other ear, if required. **Important Notes:** * Do not use cotton buds to clean the ear canal. * Do not use force while irrigating the ear. * If any discomfort or pain occurs, stop the procedure and consult a doctor. **Ear Irrigation Procedure** **Steps of procedure:** 1. Wash hands & wear disposable gloves. 2. Check the eardrum is intact. 3. Make sure the ear drops are at room temperature. 4. Tilt the head to the side of the affected ear. 5. Gently pull the pinna upwards and backwards. 6. Instill the prescribed amount of medication. 7. Gently massage the tragus of the ear. 8. Keep the ear tilted upwards for a few minutes. 9. Insert a cotton wick to absorb any excess fluid. 10. Repeat the process on the other ear, if required. **Important Notes:** * Do not use cotton buds to clean the ear canal. * Do not use force while irrigating the ear. * If any discomfort or pain occurs, stop the procedure and consult a doctor. **After the procedure:** 1. Place the patient to bed. Reassure and calm the patient. 2. Collect all the articles used for the procedure. 3. Clean them properly and keep them in the sterilization room. 4. Clean the patient's ear with cotton wool dipped in soap and cold water and then with clean water. 5. Dry the ear and bandage for sterilization. 6. Record the procedure on the patient's record.