Prevention of Hearing Loss Flashcards
1
Q
too loud + too loud
A
permanent hearing loss
2
Q
The louder the sound, the _______ the time for which a person can be exposed
A
shorter
3
Q
Name four ways hearing loss can be prevented
A
Turn down the volume of MP3 players, stereos, tv, etc
walk away from sound
wear a hearing protection device
control the noise by adjusting the equipment of the environment
4
Q
Noise-induced hearing loss is the _______ occupational disability
A
1
5
Q
Occupational Nose Exposure is
A
generally painless
it is progressive
it is permanent
it is preventable
6
Q
Exposure to loud noise can cause ___________ hearing loss and can cause ________
A
sensorineural
Tinnitus
7
Q
Hearing protection types
A
Foam plugs pre-modeled plugs custom molded plugs banded or semi-aural earmuffs
8
Q
Noise reduction rating
A
measured in decibels
found on the package
is actually 7 dB less than labeled
