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Physical Volume (PVT) (Continued)

If an eardrum perforation exists or PE tubes are placed, then the PV will be up to 3 or 4 times larger than normal

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Tympanometry • After otoscopic examination, select a probe tip that will fit the size of the listener’s ear canal

• Be sure to tell them the probe will be tight

• Instruct the listener to sit very still

• Let them know that they will hear a tone

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