Asked by Felipe Arcos on Jun 15, 2024
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Which statement describes a correct step in removing and cleaning a hearing aid?
A) Clean only the external surfaces,not the canal portion.
B) Clean the top part of the canal portion of the device.
C) Insert a wax loop or toothpick into the hearing aid.
D) Remove the battery before taking the hearing aid from the ear.
Hearing Aid
A device designed to improve hearing by making sound audible to a person with hearing loss.
Canal Portion
A segment of a canal, which can refer to either natural waterways or anatomical passages in the body.
- Master the key aspects of safe and effective cleanliness routines for different patient conditions, especially for patients who are unconscious.
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Aysel IshayevaJun 18, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
It is important to clean the top part of the canal portion of the hearing aid to prevent wax buildup and maintain proper functioning of the device. Cleaning only the external surfaces may not be enough to ensure the device is clean and functioning properly. Inserting a wax loop or toothpick into the hearing aid can damage the delicate components, and removing the battery before taking the hearing aid from the ear may not be necessary for all types of hearing aids.
Learning Objectives
- Master the key aspects of safe and effective cleanliness routines for different patient conditions, especially for patients who are unconscious.