A 2-year-old child returns to the clinic after completing a 10-day course of amoxicillin prescribed to relieve an infection in his right ear. After completing the medication, the child has become fussy and has a low-grade fever. On physical examination, his right tympanic membrane is bulging and he is tugging at his ear. The nurse should:

D Report the assessment to the health care provider with the probability that another antibiotic will be used for a 10-day course. C Suggest that the child should see an ear, nose, and throat specialist for myringotomy tubes. A Suggest to the mother that a decongestant be used. B Tell the mother the health care provider will probably repeat the 10-day course of amoxicillin.