Practice Question
A nurse is reviewing ear irrigation instructions with a client. The client makes the following statement: "I can insert the syringe tip deeply into my ear canal during irrigation to make sure the wax is removed." Which corrective teaching statement should the nurse provide regarding ear irrigation?
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Correct Answer:
"To prevent injury, the syringe tip should be placed just at the entrance of the ear canal, not inside it."
Rationale:
🌿The syringe tip must be positioned at the outer ear canal entrance to prevent trauma to the tympanic membrane (eardrum).
🌿Inserting it deeply can cause perforation or infection, especially if excessive pressure is applied during irrigation.
🌿The goal of irrigation is to gently loosen and flush out cerumen using body-temperature water, not to forcefully dislodge it.
🌿The nurse should also instruct the client to tilt the head and pull the pinna appropriately to straighten the canal during irrigation.
🌿Gentle, controlled irrigation ensures safe wax removal and protects the delicate structures of the inner ear.
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Custom LPN Med Surg 2 NSG 2340 Exam 1 Fall 2025
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- Category: LPN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: LPN ATI Exams
- Domain: Medical-Surgical
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