A Client Is Diagnosed with a Conductive Hearing Loss

question 11

Multiple Choice

A client is diagnosed with a conductive hearing loss. The nurse realizes type of hearing loss is not associated with:

• A) cerumen.
• B) brain damage.
• C) otitis media.
• D) otosclerosis.

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Definitions:

Dissonance

A psychological conflict resulting from incongruous beliefs and attitudes held simultaneously.

Cognitions

The mental action or process of acquiring knowledge and understanding through thought, experience, and the senses.

Incongruent

Referring to situations or elements that are not consistent or in harmony with each other.

Confirmation Bias

The tendency to search for, interpret, favor, and recall information in a way that confirms one's preexisting beliefs or hypotheses.