title: Otitis media in the pediatric patient.
abstract: Otitis media is the most common reason for infants and children to seek medical care except for well child examinations. This paper discusses the etiology of the illness, pathophysiology, physical assessment techniques, current treatment guidelines, and nursing care issues. The differences between children and adults when caring for these patients will be emphasized.
authors.affiliation: Duquesne University School of Nursing, Pittsburgh, USA.
authors.forename: D F
authors.initials: DF
authors.lastname: Colizza
mesh_terms: D000208:Acute Disease; D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D002648:Child; D002675:Child, Preschool; D006801:Humans; D007223:Infant; D009730:Nursing Assessment; D010033:Otitis Media / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000209:etiology / Q000451:nursing; D010371:Pediatric Nursing
chemical_list: D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents