The nurse is preparing to administer otic medications to her 35-year-old patient.What are the most appropriate actions by the nurse? Select all that apply.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

When administering otic medications,warm the solution to be instilled to body temperature,assist the patient to a side-lying position with the appropriate ear facing up,straighten the ear and pull the pinna up and back (adult patient),and instill the prescribed number of drops into the ear canal.Instruct the patient to remain on his side for 5 to 10 minutes after the procedure.

The Nurse Is Preparing to Administer Otic Medications to Her