Sinusitis Health Promotion and Education Program ppt

Health Promotion and Education Program Sinusitis Objectives At the end of the tutorial, the participants will be able to: • Define in their own words what sinusitis • Recognize at least three (3) symptoms of sinusitis • Mention at least two (2) sinusitis risk factors Objectives At the end of the tutorial, the participants will be able to: • Mention at least two (2) diagnostic tests for sinusitis • Identify at least two (2) types of treatments used to manage sinusitis • Express at least three (3) recommendations to control sinusitis Pre test 1. Sinusitis causes _________of the nasal cavities: a. Inflammation b. Obstruction 2. Sinusitis symptoms include: a. Fever, congestion, and runny nose b. Weakness , ear and mouth pain Pre test 3. The treatment for sinus control includes: a. Use of decongestants and nasal sprays b. Use of bronchodilators Introduction • Sinusitis is an inflammation of one o more of the paranasal sinus • The main functions of these sinuses are to warm, moisten and filter the air in the nasal cavity • As well as perform an important role in our capability for vocalize certain sounds What is sinusitis? • An inflammation of the nasal cavities as a consequence of a common could or an allergy complication • When the internal nose cover and sinus are infected, sinusitis causes inflammation and generate an excess of mucus What is sinusitis? • When the sinuses are block and filled with fluid, germs can grow and make you feel sick • Sinusitis can occur occasionally or presented in a prolonged period, especially in the cold season. Sinusitis types Sinusitis were classified in a variety of types, such as: • Acute- the symptoms can persist four weeks or less • Sub acute- the symptoms can persist four to eight weeks • Chronic- the symptoms can persist eight weeks or more Symptoms Sinusitis can provoke: • Yellow or green mucus coming from the nose or down the throat • Bad taste or bad breath • Nasal congestion • Pain or pressure in the face [...]... Post test 1 Sinusitis causes _of the nasal cavities: a Inflammation b Obstruction 2 Sinusitis symptoms include: a Fever, congestion, and runny nose b Weakness , ear and mouth pain Post test 3 The treatment for sinus control includes: a Use of decongestants and nasal sprays b Use of bronchodilators Correct answers 1 Sinusitis causes _of the nasal cavities: a Inflammation b Obstruction 2 Sinusitis. .. work Preventive measures To avoid sinusitis development it’s important to: • Get vaccinated against the Influenza virus annually • Wash your hands with antibacterial soap and water frequently • Eat fruits, because they are rich in antioxidants and reinforce your immune system Preventive measures • Avoid exposure to cigarette smoke • Avoid contact with hair and animal dander • Maintain your home clean,...Symptoms Sinusitis can provoke: • Cough • Headache • Fever and shiver • Inflammation around the eyes and cheeks • Tiredness and fatigue Diagnosis To realize a correct diagnose the doctor can run a physical exam and a several diagnostic tests, such as: • Allergy tests • X rays of the nasal sinus • Axiliar tomography... answers 1 Sinusitis causes _of the nasal cavities: a Inflammation b Obstruction 2 Sinusitis symptoms include: a Fever, congestion, and runny nose b Weakness , ear and mouth pain Correct answers 3 The treatment for sinus control includes: a Use of decongestants and nasal sprays b Use of bronchodilators . Health Promotion and Education Program Sinusitis Objectives At the end of the tutorial, the participants. sinus are infected, sinusitis causes inflammation and generate an excess of mucus What is sinusitis? • When the sinuses are block and filled with fluid,