A child having myringotomy tubes placed asks, "How and when will the tubes be removed?" What should the nurse respond to this patient?
A) "The tubes are not removed; they grow permanently into place.".
B) "You will have them replaced every 2 months until you reach age 18 years.".
C) "The tubes remain in place for 6 months and then are dissolved by vinegar.".
D) "The tubes remain in place for 6 to 12 months until they come out by themselves.".
D
Feedback:
Tubes tend to be extruded or come out by themselves after 6 to 12 months. The tubes do not grow permanently into place. They will not need to be replaced every 2 months, and they are not dissolved by vinegar.
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