The nurse is providing initial screening to determine gross hearing acuity as part of a complete physical. Which of the following tests would the nurse include in the assessment?
a. Romberg
b. Whisper voice
c. Otoscopic examination
d. Calorie test
ANS: B
Auditory function can be grossly evaluated using three different assessment tests: whisper voice test, Rinne's test, and Weber's test.
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