Video on Oropharyngeal Examination Technique
May 24, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Xu Gang
Introduction
The oropharynx can be examined via laryngoscopy, which should be performed at a正规 hospital. The specific procedure is as follows: the patient sits on a chair in the examination room with the head and shoulders slightly tilted forward. Following the doctor's instructions, the patient opens their mouth widely and protrudes the tongue out of the mouth. Prior to the examination, the doctor wipes the laryngoscope instrument with an alcohol-soaked gauze for routine disinfection.
The oropharynx can be examined using a laryngoscope, which should be performed at a正规 medical facility. The specific procedure is as follows:
1. The patient sits on a chair in the examination room with the head and shoulders slightly tilted forward. Following the doctor's instructions, the patient opens the mouth widely and protrudes the tongue out of the mouth.
2. Prior to the examination, the doctor disinfects the laryngoscope with an alcohol-soaked gauze. Then, a tongue depressor is used to press down on the middle portion of the tongue.
3. The laryngoscope is inserted into the mouth and advanced toward the larynx. Using the laryngoscope's lens, the physician examines the color and appearance of the oropharyngeal mucosa, and checks for any obvious abnormalities in areas such as the palatine tonsils, epiglottis, and piriform sinuses.
Patients are advised to maintain a light diet in daily life and avoid spicy or irritating foods as much as possible.
