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This Concept Map, created with IHMC CmapTools, has information related to: Therapeutic Approach to Ear Diseases, 3. Flushing the ears Considerations Ear flushes aid in removing pus, mucus and serum from the ears, DIAGNOSIS entails Complete dermatological history, Low power differentials Inflammatory cells and acantholytic cells may indicate autoimmune disease, 3. Flushing the ears Considerations Drying agents decrease moisture in the ears and dessciate the surface keratinocytes, Otoscopic examination checks Stenosis?, 1. Exam of skin and ears should incl Evaluate eardrum, 3. Flushing the ears Considerations Moist ears- use combination cleansing/drying, 3. Flushing the ears methods Rigid videoscope with flushing ports, PREDISPOSING such as Excessive moisture, PRIMARY such as Endocrine disorders, 3. Flushing the ears Considerations OTOTOXICITY, PERPETUATING such as Bacteria, PRIMARY such as Parasites, PERPETUATING such as Progressive pathological changes, CAUSES include PRIMARY, THE THERAPEUTIC APPROACH TO EAR DISEASES ???? CAUSES, 3. Flushing the ears Considerations Avoid materials that are potentially ototoxic when the eardrum is not intact, Use of a small tipped cotton applicator microscope @... High power, PREDISPOSING such as Systemic disease, 4 Step approach comprises 3. Flushing the ears