Physiological AdaptationQuestion 1271 of 2368
A child has tympanometry that shows a flat tympanogram. The nurse understands this finding is consistent with which condition?
- Otitis externa
- Cerumen impaction
- Otitis media with effusion
- Conjunctivitis
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Correct answer: Otitis media with effusion
Otitis media with effusion is diagnosed with tympanometry, and the tympanogram is flat.
Source: Nursing Health Promotion (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2025), Other Childhood Disorders: Assessment (Recognize Cues). Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Practice the topic "Physiological Adaptation"Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026