During an assessment of a 20-year-old Aboriginal patient,the nurse notices that he has dry,flaky cerumen in his ear canal.What is the significance of this finding?
A) This is probably the result of eczema lesions in his ear.
B) This indicates poor hygiene.
C) This is a normal finding,and no further follow-up is necessary.
D) This could be indicative of change in cilia;the nurse should assess for conductive hearing loss.
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