A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has otitis media and is 1 hr postoperative following a myringotomy. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching?

"You should not drink through a straw for 2 weeks.

"You should expect excessive ear drainage for about 48 hours

"You can wash your hair 3 days after the procedure."

"You should blow your nose with your mouth closed."