27 Questions
What is the term used to describe a complete loss of hearing?
Intensity loss
Which attribute of sound refers to the pitch?
Intensity
In terms of hearing loss, what does a higher number in dB indicate?
Inconsistent loss
What does the term 'hard of hearing' refer to?
Residual hearing allows processing of auditory information with or without a hearing aid
What is the range of dB for a profound hearing loss?
90+ dB
At what intensity (in dB) does the point of first audible sound occur?
0 dB
Which type of hearing loss is less likely to be improved by medical treatment?
Sensorineural hearing loss
What is the most prevalent conductive disorder related to the middle ear?
Otitis media
What is the range of normal speech intensity at 10 feet away?
45 to 65 dB
What can be harmful and painful in terms of intensity (in dB)?
Anything over 100 dB
What is the range of dB for a mild hearing loss?
41-54 dB
What attribute of sound refers to the loudness and softness?
Intensity
What is the primary purpose of hearing aids?
To amplify all sounds
In terms of frequency, what is measured in hertz (Hz)?
Frequency of sound waves
What is the most accepted method of communication for individuals with hearing impairments?
Sign language
What does a higher number in dB indicate?
Loudness
What is the primary cause of sensorineural hearing loss?
Damage to the cells and nerve fibers transmitting sound
What is the term used to describe the presence of a hearing disability that can range in severity from mild to profound?
Hearing Impairment
What is the effect of conductive hearing loss on sound perception?
Reduces sound but causes distortions
What is the term for the complete inability to process auditory information?
Complete hearing loss
Which type of hearing loss affects the outer and/or middle ear?
Conductive hearing loss
What is the primary cause of conductive hearing loss related to the middle ear?
Otitis media
What does the term 'residual hearing' enable in terms of auditory information processing?
Processing of auditory information with or without a hearing aid
What attribute of sound involves only certain frequencies in some hearing impairments?
Frequency
What is the incidence of impaired hearing in Canadians?
1:25
What attribute of sound is measured in hertz (Hz)?
Frequency
What is the primary effect of noise on hearing?
Causes hearing loss
Test your knowledge of hearing impairment with this quiz. Explore terms such as complete hearing loss, hard of hearing, and the 3 attributes of sound: intensity, frequency, and resonance. Learn about losses expressed in dB and the range from slight to profound.
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