Which statement by the patient indicates a teaching need?
a. "I use bobby pins to remove excessive ear wax."
b. "I use soap and a warm cloth to clean the outside of my ear."
c. "My doctor sometimes gives me oil drops for my ears."
d. "I never use Q-Tips."
ANS: A
Washing the ear with a washcloth and soap is sufficient in most patients. If the patient has a buildup of wax, or cerumen, the health care provider may order special oil drops to soften the wax before irrigating the ear canal. Do not try to remove the wax using a cotton-tipped applicator because this can push the wax farther into the ear canal. Caution patients to never insert anything sharp into the ear, such as bobby pins. Sharp objects can rupture the tympanic membrane.
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