A Nurse Is Educating a Lawn-Care Worker on the Risk

question 32

Multiple Choice

A nurse is educating a lawn-care worker on the risk of hearing loss. What might be recommended?

• A) "Listen to loud music with earphones while mowing."
• B) "Just ignore the noise; you are too young for damage."
• C) "Wear earplugs while using lawn equipment."
• D) "Clean your ears with cotton-tipped applicators daily."

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