A nurse is preparing to inspect the ears, nose, mouth, & throat of a client. Which of the following equipment does the nurse need?

A. Ophthalmoscope is used to inspect the eyes, not the ears, nose, mouth, or throat. B. Stethoscope is primarily used for auscultation (listening to heart, lung, and bowel sounds), not for inspecting the ears, nose, mouth, or throat. C. Gauze sponge might be helpful for some tasks but is not necessary for a general inspection of the ears, nose, mouth, and throat. D. Penlight is the correct equipment for inspecting the ears, nose, mouth, and throat. It provides focused light to help examine these areas effectively.