When inspecting the ear of a 2-year-old child with suspected otitis media,you should do all of the following,EXCEPT

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When inspecting the ear of a 2-year-old child with suspected otitis media,you should not ask the child where it hurts.For a 2-year-old child,an inspection of the internal ear is traumatizing and fearful.The child in all probability will be crying or screaming.Therefore,it is inappropriate to ask such a child about the location of pain.The lower auricle should be pulled down and out to straighten the ear canal for children up to 3 years of age.The speculum is inserted about 1/4 to 1/2 inch,depending on the patient's age.Suspected otitis media must be evaluated with a pneumatic bulb which introduces air into the canal.

When Inspecting the Ear of a 2-Year-Old Child with Suspected