The aim of this guideline “ Ear care best practice statement ” is to offer guidance for various aspects of ear care. The ear is sensitive and easily damaged the sensory organ. In addition to hearing problems, care of the ear may also be related to tinnitus, vertigo, and removal of cerumen, foreign bodies, and the experience of pain.
Most people presenting for ear care, however, are likely to have some degree of hearing loss, which may be temporary or permanent. This guideline includes various procedures and data related to: Ear care assessment Cerumen management Instrumentation Ear irrigation Microscopic examination and micro suction Infection control Some ear care procedures are highly specialist and it is particularly important that those undertaking any of these procedures are competent to do so, prepared by appropriate training and continuing professional development commensurate…
