On assessment of the tympanic membrane of an adult using the otoscope ,the ear canal would be straightened by gently pulling the pinna to what direction?.
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A.Downward and forward.
B.Forward right and backward.
C.To the direction of your choice.
D.Up and back.
Correct answer is D.
Rationale : The ear canal of adult is straightened by gently pulling the pinna of the adult ear up and back. For children younger than the age of two years eleven months and younger you will gently pull the pinna of the ear gently down and back.
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This is a picture ear.It is the organ of hearing and balance. You can see the tympanic membrane.
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