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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Nasal Examination
Below is a summary of the steps conducted during an examination of the nose.
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Observe nose for symmetry, position and colour
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Lift tip of nose to observe for nasal discharge or flaring
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Test olfactory nerve - ask patient about their sense of smell
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Test for airflow (using a cold metal tongue depressor)
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Inspect nasal cavity with auriscope
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Palpate nose with thumb and forefinger noting warmth, redness, tenderness and deformity
To complete the examination nasendoscopy would be performed to fully visualise the nasal cavity. Please see our FNE section for more information on this.