The Nurse Is Preparing to Perform an Otoscopic Examination of a Newborn

question 11

Multiple Choice

The nurse is preparing to perform an otoscopic examination of a newborn infant. Which statement is true regarding this examination?

• A) An injected membrane may indicate an infection.
• B) The eardrum will appear in the oblique position.
• C) The normal membrane may appear thick and opaque.
• D) The appearance of the membrane is identical to that of an adult.

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