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penguins

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on: Jun 25, 2018
The client's chart indicates a sensorineural hearing loss. What assessment question does the nurse ask to determine the possible cause?
 
  a. Do you feel like something is in your ear?
  b. Do you have frequent ear infections?
  c. Have you been exposed to loud noises?
  d. Have you been told your ear bones don't move?

Question 2

A nurse is teaching a client about ear hygiene and health. What client statement indicates a need for further teaching?
 
  a. A soft cotton swab is alright to clean my ears with.
  b. I make sure my ears are dry after I go swimming.
  c. I use good earplugs when I practice with the band.
  d. Keeping my diabetes under control helps my ears.


dyrone

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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Sensorineural hearing loss can occur from damage to the cochlea, the eighth cranial nerve, or the brain. Exposure to loud music is one etiology. The other questions relate to conductive hearing loss.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Clients should be taught not to put anything larger than their fingertip into their ears. Using a cotton swab, although soft, can cause damage to the ears and cerumen buildup. The other statements are accurate.


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