What Technique Does a Nurse Use to Inspect the Ear

question 39

Multiple Choice

What technique does a nurse use to inspect the ear canal of a 1-year-old child?

• A) Uses a light source without a speculum to minimize any trauma to the ear canal
• B) Places the child in an upright position with the head flexed slightly downward
• C) Applies gentle traction to the lower portion of the ear and pulls upward and laterally
• D) Uses an assistant to hold the child's arms down and keep the child's head turned to one side