The nursing is performing an otoscopic examination on an adult client and is unable to visualize the tympanic membrane. Which action by the nurse is appropriate in this situation?
A) Pull the pinna up and back and then reinsert the otoscope.
B) Tell the client to move away from the speculum if they experience any pain as the otoscope is advanced.
C) Reinsert the otoscope quickly and press against both sides of the inner auditory canal.
D) Pull the pinna down and back and then reinsert the otoscope.
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