Chapter 63: Problems of the Ear

Monahan Phipps Medical Surgical 8th Edition By Monahan

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Chapter 63: Problems of the Ear

 

Complete Chapter Questions With Answers

 

Sample Questions Are Posted Below

 

 

MULTIPLE CHOICE

 

  1.    Which activity is directed at preventing hearing loss?
1. Avoiding exposure to noise levels in excess of 20 decibels
2. Using protective ear devices to decrease noise pollution
3. Regularly cleaning ears with cotton-tipped applicators
4. Obtaining an examination every 2 to 3 years

 

 

ANS: 2                    PTS:   1                    DIF:   Category: Neuromuscular

TOP:  Nursing Process: Implementation MSC: Client Needs: Safe Effective Care Environment

 

  1.    Which approach facilitates communication with a person who has a hearing loss?
1. Shouting loudly into the person’s good ear
2. Using a pad and pencil to communicate
3. Pausing frequently between words
4. Speaking distinctly, face to face

 

 

ANS: 4                    PTS:   1                    DIF:   Category: Neuromuscular

TOP:  Nursing Process: Implementation MSC: Client Needs: Safe Effective Care Environment

 

  1.    Which is the best method for assessing the effectiveness of a hearing device?
1. Make sure the hearing device is on and placed in the ear correctly
2. Ask the patient if hearing has been improved by the device
3. Note the patient’s return to independent functioning
4. Observe if the patient stops speech reading

 

 

ANS: 2                    PTS:   1                    DIF:   Category: Neuromuscular

TOP:  Nursing Process: Implementation MSC: Client Needs: Safe Effective Care Environment

 

  1.    History of which problem contraindicates the use of ear irrigation?
1. Head injury
2. Hearing loss
3. Eardrum perforation
4. Chronic severe earaches

 

 

ANS: 3                    PTS:   1                    DIF:   Category: Neuromuscular

TOP:  Nursing Process: Planning             MSC: Client Needs: Safe Effective Care Environment

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