A significant number of older people have some degree of hearing loss. The nurse is in a key position to educate these individuals about hearing aids
How can the initial period of adjustment to a hearing aid be minimized and the long-term success maximized? A) Wear the hearing aid at all times.
B) Sit in the back rows of churches and meeting halls.
C) Lower the amplification in noisy environments.
D) Let batteries wear out completely before replacing them.
C
Feedback:
In noisy environments, background noises are amplified, and turning down the volume of the hearing aid can add to comfort. The hearing aid should be worn for short periods at first, and batteries should be replaced earlier than necessary. There is less disturbance from reverberation in the front rows of public meeting places.
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