The nurse is assessing the mobility of the tympanic membrane for a pediatric patient. Which action by the nurse is appropriate?
1) Illuminating the ear canal
2) Using the pneumatic attachment
3) Irrigating the ear canal
4) Whispering in the ear
ANS: 2
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