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Otoscopy and ear syringing

…and before every ear syringing. Removal of cerumen: Hearing loss, a blocked sensation, itching, earache or dizziness attributable to a wax plug. The tympanic membrane…

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Dix–Hallpike test and Epley manoeuvre

…down, standing up, tilting the head backwards. A symptom free interval between attacks, with possible residual unsteadiness. No hearing loss, tinnitus or neurological deficits. In…

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Spirometry

…investigated Relative obstacles also include dementia, marked hearing loss and an inability to understand the instructions — spirometry requires active cooperation. Preparation and equipment Equipment: a…

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Ankle-brachial index (ABI)

…after vascular surgery or endovascular intervention. Assessment of healing potential in ulcers and before deciding the level of amputation. Contraindications There are no absolute contraindications…

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Urinary catheterisation

…Instillation therapy and contrast studies of the urinary tract. Wound healing with a sacral pressure sore or extensive perineal wounds where urinary leakage prevents healing…

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Wound suturing

…passed since the injury (see below). Be particularly cautious with impaired healing: peripheral vascular disease, diabetes with neuropathy, immunosuppression, and high dose corticosteroids. The time…