Exam: Nose

Exam: Nose

: Used specifically for deeper nasal endoscopies . 📋 Step-by-Step Procedure 1. External Inspection

: Feel the nasal bones and cartilage for tenderness or irregularities suggestive of a fracture. 2. Nasal Patency (Airflow) Nose Exam

: Hold a cold metal surface (like a tongue depressor) under the nose to compare misting patterns. 3. Anterior Rhinoscopy (Inside the Nose) : Used specifically for deeper nasal endoscopies

: Observe from the front and side for asymmetry, skin lesions (like basal cell carcinoma), or deformities. skin lesions (like basal cell carcinoma)

: A tool (e.g., Thudichum ) used to widen nostrils for better visualization.