On examination of the client's external ears, a nurse observes reddened areas behind both ears. What should the nurse then ask the client?
A. "Do you wear eyeglasses?"
B. "Do you have any allergies?"
C. "How frequently do you wash behind your ears?"
D. "Do you use bobby pins or other implements to clean your ears?"
A
The presence of reddened areas behind both ears strongly suggests constant pressure, such as that incurred from wearing eyeglasses or sunglasses.
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What will be an ideal response?