The LPN/LVN in a pediatric clinic is assisting with a child being rechecked for the effectiveness of ear drops prescribed for an ear infection. When it is determined that the condition has not improved, the parent states, “The medicine just runs back out of the ear.” Which information would the LPN/LVN reinforce? A child’s pinna is pulled down and back when administering medication. The affected ear is positioned upward for a few minutes. It is expected for some of the medication to run out of the ear. The medication dropper needs to be inserted deeper in the ear canal.
[Answered]: The LPN/LVN in a pediatric clinic is assisting…
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