The Nurse Is Preparing to Conduct a Physical Assessment on a Patient

The nurse is preparing to conduct a physical assessment on a patient with otosclerosis. Which finding should the nurse anticipate in this patient?

A) Rinne test results show that bone conduction is equal or greater than air conduction.
B) Severe vertigo is present when questioned.
C) Purulent drainage is observed or reported with cyanosis of the tympanic membrane.
D) Diminished hearing is noted in the lower tones, such as a man's speaking voice.