Ch. 19 Face Q2

What is a common complication when management of an auricular hematoma is ignored?

• Denial of a Victoria's Secret contract

• Loss of hearing

• Disqualification from competitive combat sports

• Blindness

Answer explanation

Hearing can be compromised with the narrowing of the auditory canal due to the residual scarring and cartilage death (fibrosis).

How would manage this injury?

• Refer to ophthalmalogist

• Suture it

• Refer to otolaryngologist

• No need for referral, allow to heal on its own

• Prohibit ear drops or nose blowing

Answer explanation

Usually no specific Tx is necessary, but referral is warranted. Avoid blowing nose or valsalva maneuver along w/ no use of ear drops, antibiotics and avoid water exposure. Surgery if not resolved >3 mos.

What sign helps indicate a suss mandibular fracture?

• Her yellowed teeth

• Her offset L. lateral incisor

• Her missing L. 1st molar

• Her malocclusion

Answer explanation

The malocclusion for a Dx condylar mandible fracture.

What do these images represent?

• Facial muscle origins

• Referred pain sites

• LeFort Fracture Types

• Bone suture sites

Answer explanation

What holiday is upon us?

• No school

• Christmas

• Valentine's day

• Sleep for 24 hrs straight

Answer explanation

CHRISTMAS DAY

Every year on December 25th, over 2 billion people around the world celebrate Christmas Day. Traditionally, Christmas is a celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ. Nonreligious people and those of different faiths celebrate the day as a cultural event.