Instillation of ear Medications Flashcards
1
Q
Medication should be ____ temperature
A
Room - too hot or cold will have side effects ( nausea, dizziness, etc)
2
Q
What position should the client be in when receiving ear medication?
A
Supine, with affected ear up
3
Q
When administering ear meds to an adult, draw the pinna back and ____
A
Up
4
Q
When administering ear meds to a child, draw the pinna back and ___
A
Down
5
Q
How long should the head be tilted to allow medication to travel the ear canal? ____ minutes
A
5 minutes
