The health care provider places an ear wick in the external ear canal and prescribes antibiotic otic drops for a patient with external otitis. After the nurse does patient teaching about the disorder, which patient statement indicates that more instruction is needed?

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The ear canal should be cleaned with a finger and washcloth. Insertion of instruments such as cotton-tipped applicators into the ear should be avoided. The other patient statements indicate that the teaching has been successful.

The Health Care Provider Places an Ear Wick in the External