Which of the following would the nurse include when assessing a client's ears? (Select all that apply.)
1. Onset of dizziness
2. Changes in hearing
3. Presence of otorrhea
4. Duration of otalgia
5. Swallowing difficulties
6. Degree of neck pain
1, 2, 3, 4
When assessing a client's ears, the nurse should include onset of dizziness, changes in hearing, presence of otorrhea, and duration of otalgia. Swallowing difficulties and degree of neck pain are not a part of this assessment.
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