Which step is essential when removing a client's hearing aid?
1. Assist the client with removal when necessary.
2. Instruct the client to remove the aid in the sunroom.
3. Leave the aid in place when bathing.
4. Send the aid home with the family.
Correct Answer: 1
Rationale 1: The small size of hearing aids may make it difficult for older adults to manipulate, so they may need assistance in the aid's removal.
Rationale 2: Clients are instructed not to remove their aids in common rooms like a sunroom.
Rationale 3: The removal of the aid is necessary before bathing so it is not damaged.
Rationale 4: The aid should always be stored in the client's bedside table-not sent home with the family-so it is available for later use.
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