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Disorders of the Special Senses: Eye Anatomy and Ophthalmic Nursing, Glaucoma, Cataract, Ear, Nose and Throat Disorders and Skin Conditions

A compiled special-senses course. The eye block runs from anatomy and physiology through blepharitis, trachoma and conjunctivitis to glaucoma with its beta-blocker therapy, cataract and refraction, and the nurse's role in each. The second half covers ear, nose and throat disorders including otitis, sinusitis and tonsillitis and hearing loss, then skin conditions from dermatitis, psoriasis and acne to the nursing management of patients on immunosuppressive agents.

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