A medical assistant is preparing to perform a bilateral ear irrigation on a patient. The assistant should inform the patient that they might experience which of the following disco... A medical assistant is preparing to perform a bilateral ear irrigation on a patient. The assistant should inform the patient that they might experience which of the following discomforts during irrigation?
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The question is asking what discomforts a patient might experience during a bilateral ear irrigation. The answer options include various medical conditions that could occur as a result of the procedure.
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Vertigo
The final answer is vertigo.
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The final answer is vertigo.
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During ear irrigation, patients may experience vertigo or dizziness due to the disturbance of balance mechanisms in the inner ear.
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A common mistake is not considering how ear irrigation affects the inner ear, leading to balance disturbances.
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