1. Name of the location of 90% of epistaxis
2. A genetic disorder that forms AV malformations in the skin, lungs, brain etc
3. Name of posterior vascular plexus in the nasal cavity causing posterior epistaxis
4. 1st line treatment for all epistaxis
5. The common brand name for anterior nasal packing
6. Chemical used in cautery sticks
7. Physically scaring complication of posterior nasal packing with foleys catheter
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Indications for Tracheostomy
Common indications for tracheostomy
There are four main reasons a tracheostomy may be performed;
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Secure and maintain the airway:
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In upper respiratory tract obstruction (actual or potential)
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In patients with severe facial injuries or after certain head and neck surgeries
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In patients at high risk of aspiration e.g. unconsciousness, neuromuscular disorders, head injuries, stroke etc.
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Long-term mechanical ventilation of patients; either in an acute ITU setting or chronically in hospitals or in the community
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Facilitate weaning from prolonged ventilation in ITU. A tracheostomy tube is better tolerated by a patient than an orotracheal tube requiring less sedation.
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Removal of bronchial secretions where there is a poor cough with sputum retention
