A Child Having Myringotomy Tubes Placed Asks, "How and When

A child having myringotomy tubes placed asks, "How and when will the tubes be removed?" What should the nurse respond to this patient?

A) "The tubes are not removed; they grow permanently into place."
B) "You will have them replaced every 2 months until you reach age 18 years."
C) "The tubes remain in place for 6 months and then are dissolved by vinegar."
D) "The tubes remain in place for 6 to 12 months until they come out by themselves."