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Can I still use the old chrome syringe?
No. The Ear Care Guidance Document, which has been endorsed by
The Royal College of Practitioners, The Royal College of Nursing,
The Primary Ear Care Centre and The Medical Devices Agency describes
the chrome syringe as obsolescent. 90% of litigation concerning
ear irrigation has involved the chrome syringe.
Can I use Presept tablets instead of Chlor-Clean?
Yes. Presept are the same as Chlor-Clean, except that
Chlor-Clean tablets contain a foaming anionic surfactant
For how long do I put olive oil drops in a patient's ear?
It is dependent on the nurse's clinical judgement. The average
recommended time is 3-4 days
Can I syringe a child's ears?
This again depends on the nurse's clinical judgement.
If it is really necessary, if the child is co-operative, if the
parent agrees, and the nurse is fully trained and competent to do
so, then go ahead.
| Benefits of Ear Care in the Primary
Setting |
| An improved quality of life, and reduction in physical
distress and discomfort, for people with ear problems and hearing
difficulties; prevention of unnecessary deafness; cheaper prescribing
costs; fewer referrals to secondary care; GP time saved; reduced
stress for families and carers. |
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