Practice Question
A nurse is teaching a class about physiological changes to hearing in older adult patients. Which of the following should the nurse include?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
Decreased ability to hear high-frequency sounds
Rationale:
▶Presbycusis is the gradual loss of hearing associated with aging, especially for high-frequency sounds like consonants (e.g., “s” or “th” sounds).
▶It results from degeneration of hair cells in the cochlea and decreased elasticity of the tympanic membrane.
▶This auditory change impacts communication and can lead to social withdrawal or safety issues if not addressed.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI Fundamentals of Nursing
- Answer Choices: 4
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