AIIMS Raipur NO - 2019 (Shift-2)
Nursing Foundation
Easy
Mechanical or electrical device that improves hearing?
Appeared in: AIIMS Raipur NO - 2019 (Shift-2)
Explanation
- Hearing aids are electronic devices that amplify sound, directly addressing the question's requirement for a 'mechanical or electrical device'.
- They consist of a microphone to pick up sound, an amplifier to increase its volume, and a receiver (speaker) to deliver the amplified sound into the ear canal.
- The primary function of a hearing aid is to make sounds louder, thereby improving the user's ability to hear and participate in conversations.
- Modern hearing aids are sophisticated 'mini-computers' that can be programmed to suit an individual's specific pattern of hearing loss.
Why Other Options Were Wrong
- Option A: Lip reading is a communication technique or skill, not a physical device. It involves watching a speaker's mouth to understand what is being said.
- Option B: Speech therapy is a form of rehabilitation or treatment provided by a professional to improve speech and language skills. It is a service, not a device.
- Option C: Sign language is a complete visual-gestural language with its own grammar and syntax. It is a method of communication, not a device that improves auditory function.
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Clinical Relevance
- Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain Assistive devices for hearing impairment as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
- Nurses are instrumental in patient education regarding hearing aid maintenance, including daily cleaning, battery checks, and proper storage, to ensure optimal function and prevent ear infections.
- Effective use of a hearing aid can significantly improve a patient's quality of life, reduce social isolation, and enhance safety by making them more aware of their surroundings.
- What if? If a patient has profound sensorineural hearing loss and gains little benefit from a conventional hearing aid, the next step might be an evaluation for a cochlear implant, a surgically implanted device that directly stimulates the auditory nerve.
How to Approach the Question
- First, analyze the question to identify the key requirements. The question asks for a 'mechanical or electrical device' that 'improves hearing'.
- Next, evaluate each option against these two specific criteria.
- Option A, 'Lip reading', is a skill, not a device.
- Option B, 'Speech therapy', is a treatment, not a device.
- Option C, 'Sign language', is a language, not a device.
- Option D, 'Hearing aids', are explicitly electronic devices designed to amplify sound and improve hearing. This is the only option that matches the definition in the question.
Concept Tested & Keywords
- Concept Tested: Assistive devices for hearing impairment
- Stem keywords: mechanical device, electrical device, improves hearing
- Lead-in keywords: BEST, MOST RELEVANT CLUE
Question ID
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Reference Book
E6 Nursing Brunner Adult Health 3SA Vol 2 Part 1 p. 77-79
E6 Nelson Textbook of Pediatrics(2024) — Volume 1 p. 386-388
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