A Child Has Recurrent Impaction of Cerumen in Both Ears

question 3

Multiple Choice

A child has recurrent impaction of cerumen in both ears and the parent asks what can be done to help prevent this. What suggestion will the provider provide?

• A) Cleaning the outer ear and canal with a soft cloth
• B) Removing cerumen with a cotton-tipped swab
• C) Trying thermal-auricular therapy when needed
• D) Using an oral irrigation tool to remove cerumen

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