A patient diagnosed with external otitis is being discharged from the emergency department with an ear wick in place. Which statement by the patient indicates a need for further teaching?
a. "I will apply the eardrops to the cotton wick in the ear canal."
b. "I can use aspirin or acetaminophen (Tylenol) for pain relief."
c. "I will clean the ear canal daily with a cotton-tipped applicator."
d. "I can use warm compresses to the outside of the ear for comfort."
ANS: C
Insertion of instruments such as cotton-tipped applicators into the ear should be avoided. The other patient statements indicate that the teaching has been successful.
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