The nurse is administering otic drops to a 5-year-old child with acute otitis media. Which interventions should the nurse implement? Rank in order of performance. 1. Brace the administering hand...

The nurse is administering otic drops to a 5-year-old child with acute otitis media.

Which interventions should the nurse implement? Rank in order of performance.

1. Brace the administering hand against the child’s head above the ear.

2. Insert the required number of drops and gently massage the tragus.

3. Explain the procedure to the child in developmentally appropriate terms.

4. Gently pull the top of the child’s ear up and back.

5. Keep the child on the unaffected side for several minutes