Multiple Choice
The patient reports to the nurse about a perceived decrease in hearing. When the nurse examines the patient's ear, a large amount of cerumen buildup at the entrance to the ear canal is observed. Which action will the nurse take next?
A) Teach the patient how to use cotton-tipped applicators.
B) Tell the patient to use a bobby pin to extract earwax.
C) Apply gentle, downward retraction of the ear canal.
D) Instill hot water into the ear canal to melt the wax.
Correct Answer:
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