Tap water irrigation of an older adult's ear canal has failed to dislodge the impacted cerumen that has been causing the patient to experience otalgia
In preparation for another attempt at relieving the patient's problem, what action should the nurse take?
A) Instill a hypertonic saline solution for 30 minutes prior to irrigating the patient's ear.
B) Attempt irrigation using a 10 mL syringe and higher pressure.
C) Put a small amount of mineral oil in the patient's ear before attempting removal.
D) Use a flexible suction catheter and 100 to 120 mm Hg of wall suction to remove the cerumen.
C
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