Asked by Olivia Galvan on May 21, 2024
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The nursing student is caring for a patient with a hearing aid.The nursing student sees that the patient has taken out his or her hearing aid and set it on the windowsill.What should be the nursing student's next intervention?
A) Remove the battery from the hearing aid because it is not in use.
B) Cover the hearing aid with a lint-free cloth to protect it from the heat.
C) Remove the hearing aid from the windowsill because heat can change the shape of the ear mold, causing the appliance not to fit properly.
D) Remind the patient to put the hearing aid back in before meals.
Ear Mold
A custom-fitted device that is inserted in the ear canal to protect the ear or to secure hearing aids in place.
Hearing Aid
An electronic device designed to amplify sound for people with hearing loss.
Lint-Free Cloth
A type of cloth that does not leave behind fibers when used for cleaning or wiping surfaces.
- Choose appropriate techniques for maintaining and cleaning sensitive patient equipment, such as hearing aids.
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Terrie JarryMay 22, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Do not store the aid in a warm place such as a windowsill or in a car.The heat can change the shape of the ear mold,causing the aid to not fit properly.Remove the battery from the hearing aid when it is not being used for a day or longer.Avoid dropping the aid or twisting the cord.Remove the aid before radiological examination or radiation therapy to avoid damage.Protect the aid from water,alcohol,aerosol sprays,perspiration,and cologne.Use the manufacturer-recommended cleaning solution and a soft,lint-free cotton cloth to clean the ear mold.
Learning Objectives
- Choose appropriate techniques for maintaining and cleaning sensitive patient equipment, such as hearing aids.