Question

which characteristic feature of the tympanic membrane should a nurse anticipate finding in a client with otitis media?

Answer 1

Characteristic feature of the tympanic membrane should a nurse anticipate finding in a client with otitis media is a pearly, translucent membrane without any bulging is common on tympanic membrane.

What is otitis media?

Otitis media is a class of inflammatory infection of the middle ear. It proceed with a rapid onset and result in ear pain. Fluid present in middle ear can cause temporary hearing loss. Ear infections are more common in children under 3 years of age. However you can get them at any age. Otitis media are of 2 types of: acute and chronic. Symptoms include

1. Ear pain, especially when lying down.
2. Trouble hearing or responding to sounds
3. Fever of 100 F (38 C) or higher.

In otitis media with effusion (OME), fluid builds up in the middle ear and Eustachian tube, which exerts  pressure on the tympanic membrane.

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