Occupational Hearing Loss (Noise Induced Hearing Loss)

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Which type of hearing loss is a noise induced permanent threshold shift an example of?

Sensori-neural hearing loss

What is the main cause of noise induced hearing loss?

Destruction of hair cells in the Organ of Corti

How is Occupational dermatoses defined?

Skin diseases related to occupation or employment

What is a common symptom of noise induced hearing loss (NIHL) according to the text?

<p>Difficulty in hearing high pitched sounds</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic of a primary cutaneous irritant?

<p>Causes dermatitis by direct action on skin</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the best diagnostic tool for noise induced hearing loss?

<p>Pure tone audiometer with an acoustic dip at 4000HZ</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following factors is NOT listed as a risk factor for the development of occupational dermatoses?

<p>Smoking habits</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between irritants and sensitizers as mentioned in the text?

<p>Irritants cause immediate skin reactions, while sensitizers cause delayed allergic reactions</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does the incidence of occupational dermatoses increase during the summer season?

<p>Due to the sparsity of clothes and excessive sweating</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which health problem is characterized by cutaneous vasodilatation and cerebral hypotension?

<p>Heat syncope</p> Signup and view all the answers

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