A client comes to the walk-in clinic complaining of a "bug in my ear." What action should be taken when there is an insect in the ear?
A) Instillation of mineral oil
B) Instillation of carbamide peroxide
C) Instillation of hot water
D) Use of a small forceps
A
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Mineral oil is instilled into the ear to smother an insect. Carbamide peroxide is used to soften dried cerumen, and small forceps are used to remove solid objects. Hot liquids cause dizziness and should not be instilled in the ear.
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