Which Assessment Finding Is Expected for a Patient Presenting with a Middle

question 25

Multiple Choice

Which assessment finding is expected for a patient presenting with a middle ear infection?

• A) The right tympanic membrane is pink and bulging.
• B) The patient becomes dizzy when sitting upright.
• C) The pinna is red,swollen,and tender to palpation.
• D) The eardrum is a translucent pearly gray color.

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Definitions:

Pain

An unpleasant sensory and emotional experience associated with actual or potential tissue damage, or described in terms of such damage.

Recovery

The process of returning to a normal state of health, mind, or strength after experiencing damage or illness.

Exercise

Physical activities undertaken to maintain or enhance health and fitness, including aerobic, strength, flexibility, and balance exercises.

Stress

The body's reaction to any change that requires an adjustment or response, which can be physical, mental, or emotional.