A patient is being discharged home after mastoid surgery. What topic should the nurse address in the patient's discharge education?
A) Expected changes in facial nerve function
B) The need for audiometry testing every 6 months following recovery
C) Safe use of analgesics and antivertiginous agents
D) Appropriate use of OTC ear drops
Ans: C
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Patients require instruction about medication therapy, such as analgesics and antivertiginous agents (e.g., antihistamines) prescribed for balance disturbance. OTC ear drops are not recommended and changes in facial nerve function are signs of a complication that needs to be addressed promptly. There is no need for serial audiometry testing.
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