A Patient Has Been Shown to Have a Sensorineural Hearing

question 32

Multiple Choice

A patient has been shown to have a sensorineural hearing loss.During the assessment,it would be important for the nurse to:

• A)Speak loudly so the patient can hear the questions.
• B)Assess for middle ear infection as a possible cause.
• C)Ask the patient what medications he is currently taking.
• D)Look for the source of the obstruction in the external ear.

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