The Nurse Is Caring for an Older Client Who Has

The nurse is caring for an older client who has difficulty hearing because of suspected wax accumulation. What measures will the nurse take to help this client? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.
Standard Text: Select all that apply.

A) Instil a cerumen emulsifier as prescribed prior to the irrigation.
B) Warm the irrigating solution to normal body temperature.
C) After instilling the irrigating solution, use a cotton-tipped applicator to gently dry the ear canal.
D) Use a large-bore syringe to apply enough pressure to loosen the impacted cerumen.
E) Pull the pinna up and back prior to instilling any medications.