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torybrooks

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on: Jul 11, 2018
A nurse teaches an older adult about risks related to ototoxic medications. Which of the following medications should the adult minimize or avoid?
 
  A) Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents
  B) Osmotic stool softeners
  C) Over-the-counter sleep aids
  D) Penicillin-type antibiotics

Question 2

The Functional Consequences Theory approach to hearing loss identifies health promotion interventions for promoting hearing wellness. Which of the following interventions will most directly affect auditory health of the older adult?
 
  A) Avoidance of medications
  B) Regular colonics
  C) Smoking cessation
  D) Ear muff use in winter


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TheNamesImani

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Ans: A
Ototoxic medications include (but are not limited to) aminoglycosides, macrolides, quinolones, and some antifungals (not penicillins), aspirin and other salicylates, as well as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Neither sleep aids nor stool softeners have been implicated in ototoxicity.

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Ans: C
Reviews of studies identified the following risk factors for hearing impairment: male gender, increased age, genetic predisposition, exposure to noise, impacted cerumen, smoking, exposure to secondhand smoke, use of ototoxic medications, education level less than or equal to high school diploma, and certain medical conditions. Colonic use and ear coverage for warmth have not been identified as risk factors to hearing loss.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Excellent

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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