A patient who has undergone a left tympanoplasty should be instructed to
a. remain on bed rest.
b. keep the head elevated.
c. avoid blowing the nose.
d. irrigate the left ear canal.
ANS: C
Coughing or blowing the nose increases pressure in the eustachian tube and middle ear cavity and disrupts postoperative healing. There is no postoperative need for prolonged bed rest, elevation of the head, or continuous antibiotic irrigation.
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