Primary Ear, Nose And Throat Care
- Health Sciences
- 300 level
- 81 pages
- 7 units
This course provides an understanding of primary ear, nose, and throat care within the context of community health. It covers the anatomy and physiology of the ENT system, basic diagnostic equipment, and the recognition and treatment of common ENT diseases. The course also addresses preventive measures and harmful practices associated with ENT health, equipping students with the knowledge to offer simple solutions and appropriate referrals in community settings.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 40 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical, practical
- Practical work
- Yes
- Assignments
- Tutor marked assessments
- Final examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of CHS314, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
- UNIT 1 ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY OF EAR, NOSE AND THROAT
- UNIT 2 BASIC EQUIPMENT VITAL FOR DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT OF EAR, NOSE AND THROAT CONDITIONS AND DISEASES, AND THEIR USESPage 17
- UNIT 3 THE RECOGNITION AND TREATMENT OF THE DISEASES OF THE EARPage 27
- UNIT 4: THE RECOGNITION AND TREATMENT OF THE DISEASES OF THE NOSE AND PARANASAL SINUSESPage 46
- UNIT 5: THE RECOGNITION AND TREATMENT OF THE DISEASES OF THE THROATPage 59
- UNIT 6 PREVENTION OF DISEASES OF THE EAR, NOSE AND THROATPage 65
- UNIT 7: HARMFUL PRACTICES ASSOCIATED WITH EAR, NOSE AND THROATPage 68
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
CHS314 · UNIT 1 ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY OF EAR, NOSE AND THROAT
Your course materials have important dates for the early and timely completion as well as submission of your TMAs and attending tutorials. You should remember that you are required to submit all your assignments by the stipulated time and date. You should guard against falling behind in your work.
What you should be able to do
- Describe the anatomy and physiology of the ear, nose, and throat.
- Identify basic equipment used in ENT diagnosis and treatment.
- Recognize and treat common diseases of the ear, nose, and throat.
- Explain preventive measures for ENT diseases.
- Identify harmful practices associated with ENT health.
What it prepares you for
- Community Health Officer
- Healthcare Assistant
- Public Health Educator
- Community Health Services
- Primary Care Clinics
- Public Health Organizations
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 1:
Unit 1: Anatomy and Physiology of Ear, Nose and Throat
Understanding the complex spatial relationships and functions of the inner ear structures requires detailed anatomical knowledge.
- Module 1:
Unit 3: The Recognition and Treatment of the Diseases of the Ear
Requires understanding of various diagnostic procedures and correlating them with specific ear conditions.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 29 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1:
Unit 1: Anatomy and Physiology of Ear, Nose and Throat · 2 hours
Read about the external, middle, and inner ear components.. Study the blood and nerve supply of the ear.. Understand the auditory and equilibrium functions..
- Week 2Module 1:
Unit 2: Basic Equipment Vital for Diagnosis and Treatment of Ear, Nose and Throat Conditions and Diseases, and their Uses · 2 hours
Identify various instruments like head mirror, aural speculum, and Thudicum nasal speculum.. Learn the uses of each instrument in diagnosing and treating ENT conditions..
- Week 3Module 1:
Unit 3: The Recognition and Treatment of the Diseases of the Ear · 3 hours
Study the causes of ear pain, including foreign bodies, impacted wax, and infections.. Learn about conductive and sensorineural deafness and their treatments.. Understand the causes and treatments for otorrhea and tinnitus..
- Week 4Module 1:
Unit 4: The Recognition and Treatment of the Diseases of the Nose and Paranasal Sinuses · 3 hours
Study the symptoms of nasal and paranasal sinus diseases, including nasal discharge, obstruction, and epistaxis.. Learn about the causes and treatments for rhinitis and sinusitis.. Understand the management of epistaxis and foreign bodies in the nose..
- Week 5Module 1:
Unit 5: The Recognition and Treatment of the Diseases of the Throat · 3 hours
Study the symptoms of throat diseases, including sore throat, dysphagia, and odynophagia.. Learn about the causes and treatments for tonsillitis and adenoids.. Understand the management of foreign bodies and tumors in the throat..
- Week 6Module 1:
Unit 6: Prevention of Diseases of the Ear, Nose and Throat · 2 hours
Review methods for preventing ENT diseases through health education and awareness.. Understand the importance of avoiding trauma to the ENT system and exposure to loud noise.. Learn about the role of prompt referral in preventing complications..
- Week 7Module 1:
Unit 7: Harmful Practices Associated with Ear, Nose and Throat · 2 hours
Study harmful cultural practices like uvulectomy and their associated dangers.. Understand the risks of using cotton buds for ear cleaning.. Learn about the harmful effects of breastfeeding while lying down..
- Week 8Module 1:
Unit 1: Anatomy and Physiology of Ear, Nose and Throat · 2 hours
Review Unit 1 content.. Practice identifying anatomical structures of the ear, nose, and throat..
- Week 9Module 1:
Unit 2: Basic Equipment Vital for Diagnosis and Treatment of Ear, Nose and Throat Conditions and Diseases, and their Uses · 2 hours
Review Unit 2 content.. Practice identifying and describing the uses of basic ENT equipment..
- Week 10Module 1:
Unit 3: The Recognition and Treatment of the Diseases of the Ear · 2 hours
Review Unit 3 content.. Practice identifying and describing the treatments of ear diseases..
- Week 11Module 1:
Unit 4: The Recognition and Treatment of the Diseases of the Nose and Paranasal Sinuses · 2 hours
Review Unit 4 content.. Practice identifying and describing the treatments of nose and paranasal sinus diseases..
- Week 12Module 1:
Unit 5: The Recognition and Treatment of the Diseases of the Throat · 2 hours
Review Unit 5 content.. Practice identifying and describing the treatments of throat diseases..
- Week 13Module 1:
Unit 6: Prevention of Diseases of the Ear, Nose and Throat · 2 hours
Review Units 6 and 7 content.. Practice identifying and describing the prevention of ENT diseases and harmful practices..
Preparing for the exam
- Create diagrams of ear, nose, and throat anatomy, labeling key structures and their functions.
- Practice identifying ENT instruments from images and describing their uses.
- Develop flowcharts for diagnosing common ENT conditions based on symptoms and signs.
- Review treatment protocols for various ENT diseases, including medication dosages and administration.
- Prepare a presentation on harmful practices associated with ENT health and strategies for community education.
Questions students ask about this course
What is CHS314 about?
This course provides an understanding of primary ear, nose, and throat care within the context of community health. It covers the anatomy and physiology of the ENT system, basic diagnostic equipment, and the recognition and treatment of common ENT diseases. The course also addresses preventive measures and harmful practices associated with ENT health, equipping students with the knowledge to offer simple solutions and appropriate referrals in community settings.
How many units does CHS314 have?
CHS314, Primary Ear, Nose And Throat Care, has 7 units across 1 module, over 81 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
Is CHS314 hard?
CHS314 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and practical work, and it has a practical component.
How long does CHS314 take to study?
About 40 hours of study, spread across its 7 units.
How is CHS314 assessed?
CHS314 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assessments and final examination.
What can I do with CHS314?
Community Health Officer, Healthcare Assistant and Public Health Educator.