Which step would the nurse take first when performing otic irrigation in an adult?
A)Warm the irrigation solution to room temperature.
B)Position the patient so she is sitting with her head tilted away from the affected ear.
C)Straighten the ear canal by pulling up and back on the pinna.
D)Place the tip of the nozzle into the entrance of the ear canal.

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Warming the irrigation solution to room temperature is the first step to prevent dizziness or discomfort that can occur if a cold solution is used.

Which Step Would the Nurse Take First When Performing Otic