Hearing Loss and Otitis Media Concepts

Front

Which of the following best describes conductive hearing loss?

Back

Obstruction or problem conducting sound through the outer or middle ear

Front

Which is not a common cause of sensorineural hearing loss? Options: Aging, Ototoxic medications, Exposure to loud noise

Back

Impacted cerumen

Front

The tympanic membrane appears red and bulging. What finding is most consistent with this observation?

Back

Otitis media

Front

Which nursing intervention is appropriate for a child with acute otitis media?

Back

Administer prescribed antibiotics and analgesics

Front

When educating a client with hearing aids, which instruction is most appropriate?

Back

Store hearing aids in a cool, dry place when not in use

Front

A client is diagnosed with sensorineural hearing loss. What should the nurse anticipate?

Back

Trouble hearing high-pitched sounds

Front

Which statement by a parent indicates understanding of otitis media prevention? Options: “I’ll make sure my child drinks lying flat.”, “I’ll give antibiotics every time my child has an earache.”, “We’ll avoid secondhand smoke exposure.”,
“I’ll use cotton swabs after every bath.”

Back

“We’ll avoid secondhand smoke exposure.”

Front

Which patient education point is important for someone with hearing loss? Options: Speak softly and quickly when communicating, Face the person and speak clearly, Shout to ensure understanding, Avoid using written communication

Back

Face the person and speak clearly

Front

What would a Rinne test show for conductive hearing loss?

Back

Bone > Air

Front

The ear has 2 main functions. They are hearing and:

Back

Balance