Asked by Gabriel Del Moral on May 30, 2024
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Which of the following is a correct step in removing and cleaning a hearing aid?
A) Clean only the external surfaces, not the canal portion.
B) Clean the top part of the canal portion of the device.
C) Insert a wax loop or toothpick into the hearing aid itself.
D) Remove the battery before taking the hearing aid from the ear.
Hearing Aid
A device designed to improve hearing by making sound audible to a person with hearing loss.
Canal Portion
A segment of a canal or other similar structure that is distinguished for specific reference or analysis.
- Acquire knowledge on correct patient hygiene maintenance practices.
- Identify and respond to the dental health requirements of patients undergoing particular medical treatments and conditions.
Verified Answer
AY
Ayden YousoofianJun 05, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The nurse should clean the top part of the canal portion of the hearing aid using the wax loop and wax brush,cotton-tipped applicator,pipe cleaner,or toothpick.Nothing should be inserted into the hearing aid.The external surfaces are cleaned with a damp cloth.The hearing aid should be turned off before removing it from the ear,but the battery is not removed at that step of the procedure.It would not likely be possible to remove the battery while the device was still in the ear.
Learning Objectives
- Acquire knowledge on correct patient hygiene maintenance practices.
- Identify and respond to the dental health requirements of patients undergoing particular medical treatments and conditions.
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