MFA Exit Exam • Set 7 Question 3 of 30
To give ear drops to an adult, the ear should be pulled:
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Direct Answer
Option D: Upward and backward.
When administering ear drops to an adult, the ear canal should be straightened by pulling the pinna (auricle) upward and backward. This technique aligns the canal for better penetration of the medication toward the tympanic membrane.
All Options
A
Downward and forward.
B
Downward and backward.
C
Upward and forward.
D
Upward and backward.
(Correct Answer)
Detailed Explanation & Context
When administering ear drops to an adult, the ear canal should be straightened by pulling the pinna (auricle) upward and backward. This technique aligns the canal for better penetration of the medication toward the tympanic membrane.
Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Medical First Aid (MFA).
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