The nurse is assessing a patient who has recently been treated with amoxicillin (Amoxil) for acute otitis media of the right ear. Which assessment data obtained by the nurse is of most concern?

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A feeling of fullness, "popping" of the ear, and decreased hearing are symptoms of otitis media with effusion. These symptoms are normal for weeks to months after an episode of acute otitis media and usually resolve without treatment. The fever indicates that the infection may not be resolved and the patient might need further antibiotic therapy.

The Nurse Is Assessing a Patient Who Has Recently Been