During a teaching session about eardrops, the patient tells the nurse, “I know why an antibiotic is in this medicine, but why do I need to take a steroid?” Which is the nurse’s best answer? a “The...

During a teaching session about eardrops, the patient tells the nurse, “I know why an antibiotic is in this medicine, but why do I need to take a steroid?” Which is the nurse’s best answer? a “The steroid will help to soften the cerumen.” b “The steroid reduces itching and inflammation.” c “The steroid also has antifungal effects.” d “This medication helps to anesthetize the area to decrease pain.”