119445 - How to Treat quiz: Otological emergencies

How to Treat quiz: Otological emergencies

Relevance to General Practice

Otological emergencies are a common presentation to GPs and EDs. Many of these emergencies arise spontaneously; however, they can arise as complications of common, outpatient-managed conditions.
Improperly treated, these can progress rapidly and lead to significant morbidity and even mortality. Therefore, prompt recognition and initiation of appropriate management are essential for these patients.

Learning outcomes

On completion of this activity, the participant will be able to identify those at risk of an otological emergency.

On completion of this activity, the participant will be able to discuss the presentations of otological emergencies.

On completion of this activity, the participant will be able to describe the management of otological emergencies.