The nurse is performing an otoscopic examination on an adult patient. The nurse has the patient tilt head to the side not being examined. Which step should the nurse perform next?
A) Straighten the ear canal by pulling the pinna up and back.
B) Insert the speculum into the ear canal slowly.
C) Test the mobility of the tympanic membrane.
D) Gently pull the pinna down and back.
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