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APUS57 · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

The nurse provides a training session to a group of lifeguards at a community pool on actions to prevent the development of otitis externa. Which participant statements indicate that no additional teaching is required?

Select all that apply.

1. I should use a tight-fitting swim cap.
2. I should use silicone earplugs when in the water.
3. I can use a cotton swab to absorb water in the ear.
4. I can use a hair dryer on the low setting to dry the ear canal.
5. I should make sure the pool water has been disinfected before entering.

Question 2

A patient with conductive hearing loss has selected a behind-the-ear hearing aid with earmold. What should the nurse reinforce with the patient as advantages of this device?

Select all that apply.

1. easy to manipulate
2. most versatile and reliable
3. comfortable and least visible
4. allows fine amplification level adjustments
5. can be incorporated into temple of eyeglasses

vboyd24 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 1, 2, 4, 5
The nurse should instruct the lifeguards to wear a tight-fitting swim cap; use silicone earplugs, which can keep water out of the ear without reducing hearing significantly; dry the ear canal with a hair dryer on the lowest setting; and make sure the pool has been disinfected before entering. The lifeguards should be instructed to avoid inserting cotton swabs into the ear canal.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 1, 2, 4. 5
The behind the ear with earmold hearing aid is easier to manipulate, is most versatile and reliable, allows for finer amplification adjustments, and can be incorporated into the temple of eyeglasses. This hearing aid is considered the most visible device.