The nurse is preparing a seminar for community members on actions to protect sensory functioning when aging. What should the nurse recommend regarding hearing tests for older adults?
A) Schedule an annual hearing test until the age of 50 and then have a test every 6 months.
B) A hearing test is needed when changing medications.
C) A hearing test should be done biannually after the age of 60.
D) Have a hearing test every 10 years until age 50 and then every 3 years.
Answer: D
Adults should be screened for hearing at least every 10 years until the age of 50 and then every 3 years. A biannual or annual hearing test is not necessary for this age group. A hearing test is not needed when changing medication.
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