The client has a benign tumor in the middle ear and is scheduled for surgery to remove it. She asks her nurse whether her hearing will be affected. What is the nurse's best response?
A. "No, benign tumors do not affect hearing function."
B. "No, because the tympanic membrane will remain intact."
C. "Yes, all critical hearing structures are removed. It is important to remember that you will still have normal hearing in the other ear."
D. "That is possible. I'll let the surgeon know you wish to discuss the extent of the surgery and possibility of reconstruction."
D
Removal of a benign tumor affects hearing in the same way as removal of a malignant tumor. Often, reconstructive surgery, performed at a later date, may replace or restore middle ear struc-tures and conductive hearing. Physician referral is necessary for prognostic information.
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