Certified Clinical Medical Assistant Exam Practice Question
In which of the following ways should a medical assistant straighten an adult patient's ear canal when performing ear irrigation?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: When performing ear irrigation on an adult, the ear canal should be straightened to facilitate proper access. Pulling the pinna up and back (Option D) achieves this by aligning the canal for better fluid flow and visibility.
Option A, pulling the lobe down and back, is more appropriate for children, as their ear anatomy differs. Option B, pulling the lobe down and forward, does not effectively straighten the canal for adults. Option C, pulling the pinna up and forward, may not provide the optimal alignment needed for irrigation. Therefore, the most effective method for adults is to pull the pinna up and back.
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