Which statement correctly describes the child ear canal technique?

Which statement correctly describes the child ear canal technique?

• A. The upper ear is pulled up and back
• B. The lower ear is pulled down and back
• C. The ear canal is pinched and twisted
• D. The lobe is gently pulled forward

Answer: (B)

When examining a child’s ear, the key move is to straighten the ear canal so you can clearly see the eardrum. For younger children, gently pulling the pinna downward and backward straightens the canal and provides a better view with less discomfort. Pulling up and back is used for older children and adults, while pulling the lobe forward or twisting the canal can cause pain and won't give a straight path to the tympanic membrane. So, downward and backward is the correct technique for a child.

When examining a child’s ear, the key move is to straighten the ear canal so you can clearly see the eardrum. For younger children, gently pulling the pinna downward and backward straightens the canal and provides a better view with less discomfort. Pulling up and back is used for older children and adults, while pulling the lobe forward or twisting the canal can cause pain and won't give a straight path to the tympanic membrane. So, downward and backward is the correct technique for a child.