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
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.
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