To provide appropriate instructions to a client who has an ear wick inserted to facilitate medication administration for external otitis, the nurse would advise the client to
A) apply ear drops directly to the wick.
B) eliminate milk from the diet.
C) shower frequently to remove ear secretions.
D) sleep with the affected ear on the pillow.

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Ear drops are placed directly on the wick. Milk has no effect on ear infections and wick-administered medications. Clients are advised to keep water out of their ears during any infectious process. They should lie on the unaffected side for 3-5 minutes after instillation of the medicine.

To Provide Appropriate Instructions to a Client Who Has an Ear