The nurse is teaching the parents how to instill antibiotic otic drops to the 6-year-old child with otitis media. Which instruction should the nurse discuss with the parent? Select all that apply. 1....

The nurse is teaching the parents how to instill antibiotic otic drops to the 6-year-old child with otitis media. Which instruction should the nurse discuss with the parent? Select all that apply.

1. Insert the otic medication in the affected ear after pulling the earlobe upward and back.

2. After instilling medication gently massage the area immediately anterior to the ear.

3. Gently pull the pinna downward and straight back when inserting the eardrops.

4. Allow the child to lie quietly on the side after instilling the eardrops into the affected ear.

5. Insert the dropper with prescribed medication deep into the ear canal and instill drops.