But assuming Nicole do not have any ear problem, what should you do?*1 pointA. Check for ear dischargeB. Check for tender swelling behind the earC. Assess the next potential problem: check for malnutritionD. Check for ear pain

If Nicole's condition increases in severity because of ear problems, what would be the next best thing you should do as nurse?*1 pointA. Refer urgentlyB. Give an antibiotic for 5 daysC. Instruct mother when to return immediatelyD. Dry the ear by wicking

Nicole, a 4 year old child and resident of barangay Manggahan whom you met during your home visit. You found her with ear problem. Nicole should be assessed for the following EXCEPT*1 pointA. Is there any fever?B. Ear dischargeC. if discharge is, present and for how long?D. ear pain

In the case of Nicole, her ear discharge was noted for the past 14 days therefore she can already be classified as:*1 pointA. Acute ear infectionB. Chronic mastoiditisC. mastoiditisD. chronic ear infection

Case Study 1Sylvia is a 24-year-old female with complaints of ear pain, hearing loss, and runny nose. She was diagnosed with an acute otitis media. See below for physical exam of affected ear.   See below for physical exam of unaffected ear.  1. In which ear does Sylvia have an infection?  2. Will Sylvia have a conductive or sensorineural hearing loss?  3. Sylvia asked if her hearing loss is permanent. How would you respond? 4. The most common pathogen to cause acute otitis media is:                          5. The Tympanic Membrane separates the external and middle ear; it is normally                      and is                    in color. The cone of light will normally be at 5 O'Clock in the                    ear and 7 O'Clock in the                    ear.

Jared has been an avid fan of rock music for many years and has attended numerous concerts, getting as close to the stage as possible. He has never worn earplugs or protective earwear. Now in his 50s, he has become hard-of-hearing and can no longer detect quiet sounds or low talking. How might his symptoms be explained?Multiple ChoiceHis tympanic membrane has hardened.He has developed a brain tumor that puts pressure on the vestibulocochlear nerve.He must have used the antibiotic streptomycin while at a concert which weakened the structures in his inner ear, making them less able to respond to sound waves.His hair cells are permanently damaged and desensitized to loud sounds.