Increasing awareness with recognition of pulsatile tinnitus for nurse practitioners in the primary care setting: A case study
Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners, ISSN: 2327-6924, Vol: 29, Issue: 9, Page: 506-513
2017
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Article Description
Background and purpose: Pulsatile tinnitus is a whooshing sound heard synchronous with the heartbeat. It is an uncommon symptom affecting fewer than 10% of patients with tinnitus. It often goes unrecognized in the primary care setting. Failure to recognize this symptom can result in a missed or delayed diagnosis of a potentially life-threatening condition known as a dural arteriovenous fistula. The purpose of this case study is to provide a structured approach to the identification of pulsatile tinnitus and provide management recommendations. Method: A case study and review of pertinent literature. Conclusions: Pulsatile tinnitus usually has a vascular treatable cause. A comprehensive history and physical examination will alert the nurse practitioner (NP) when pulsatile tinnitus is present. Auscultation in specific areas of the head can detect audible or objective pulsatile tinnitus. Pulsatile tinnitus that is audible to the examiner is an urgent medical condition requiring immediate consultation and referral. Implications for practice: Knowledge of pulsatile tinnitus and awareness of this often treatable condition directs the NP to perform a detailed assessment when patients present with tinnitus, directs appropriate referral for care and treatment, and can reduce the risk of delayed or missed diagnosis.
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http://www.scopus.com/inward/record.url?partnerID=HzOxMe3b&scp=85023624170&origin=inward; http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/2327-6924.12476; http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/28703487; https://journals.lww.com/01741002-201709000-00006; https://dx.doi.org/10.1002/2327-6924.12476; https://journals.lww.com/jaanp/Fulltext/2017/09000/Increasing_awareness_with_recognition_of_pulsatile.6.aspx
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