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scienceeasy · **on:** Jun 28, 2018

Chronic otitis media with effusion (OME) differs from acute otitis media (AOM) because it is usually characterized by which signs or symptoms?

a. Severe pain in the ear
b. Anorexia and vomiting
c. A feeling of fullness in the ear
d. Fever as high as 40 C (104 F)

Question 2

An infant's parents ask the nurse about preventing otitis media (OM). What information should be provided?

a. Avoid tobacco smoke.
b. Use nasal decongestants.
c. Avoid children with OM.
d. Bottle- or breastfeed in a supine position.

irishcancer18 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 28, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
OME is characterized by a feeling of fullness in the ear or other nonspecific complaints. OME does not cause severe pain. This may be a sign of AOM. Vomiting, anorexia, and fever are associated with AOM.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Eliminating tobacco smoke from the child's environment is essential for preventing OM and other common childhood illnesses. Nasal decongestants are not useful in preventing OM. Children with uncomplicated OM are not contagious unless they show other symptoms of upper respiratory tract infection. Children should be fed in a semivertical position to prevent OM.