66. A 1-year-old infant with a history of recurrent otitis media is scheduled for tympanostomy tube insertion. What clinical nursing education is critical for parents post-operatively?
A.
To avoid cleaning the ears.
B.
To keep the ears dry (e.g., using earplugs during bathing/swimming) and report any ear drainage or fever.
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C.
To insert cotton swabs into the ear canals.
D.
To allow water to enter the ears freely.
📖 Additional Information
To avoid cleaning the ears.
To keep the ears dry (e.g., using earplugs during bathing/swimming) and report any ear drainage or fever.
