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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.
A) Pull the pinna up and back.
B) Pull the pinna down and back.
C) Place patient in side-lying position with appropriate ear up.
D) Instruct the patient to remain on his side for at least 30 minutes.
Otic Medications
Medications specifically formulated for administration in the ear, used to treat various ear conditions.
Pinna
The external part of the ear that captures sound waves and directs them into the ear canal, playing a role in the ability to hear.
Side-Lying Position
A body positioning technique used in healthcare and fitness, where an individual lies on their side, often recommended for patients during certain medical procedures or as a comfort position.
- Determine the proper approaches and precautions for administering medications through various channels including oral, IV, IM, subcutaneous, otic, and ophthalmic methods.
- Acknowledge the significance of correct patient positioning and preparatory steps prior to the administration of specialized medication (otic, ophthalmic).
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Learning Objectives
- Determine the proper approaches and precautions for administering medications through various channels including oral, IV, IM, subcutaneous, otic, and ophthalmic methods.
- Acknowledge the significance of correct patient positioning and preparatory steps prior to the administration of specialized medication (otic, ophthalmic).
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