NBC-HIS Sample Board Questions and
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What is the primary function of a hearing aid?
A) To completely restore hearing
B) To amplify sound
C) To diagnose hearing loss
D) To prevent hearing loss
B) To amplify sound
Which component of a ...
NBC-HIS Sample Board Questions and
Answers | Latest Update | 2024/2025 |
Already Passed
What is the primary function of a hearing aid?
A) To completely restore hearing
B) To amplify sound
C) To diagnose hearing loss
D) To prevent hearing loss
✔✔B) To amplify sound
Which component of a hearing aid converts sound waves into electrical signals?
A) Microphone
B) Receiver
C) Amplifier
D) Battery
✔✔A) Microphone
What is the typical frequency range for human hearing?
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,A) 20 Hz to 2000 Hz
B) 20 Hz to 20 kHz
C) 100 Hz to 10 kHz
D) 50 Hz to 1500 Hz
✔✔B) 20 Hz to 20 kHz
Which type of hearing loss is characterized by damage to the inner ear or auditory nerve?
A) Conductive hearing loss
B) Sensorineural hearing loss
C) Mixed hearing loss
D) Central auditory processing disorder
✔✔B) Sensorineural hearing loss
What is the purpose of a hearing aid's feedback cancellation feature?
A) To increase volume
B) To prevent whistling sounds
C) To enhance bass response
D) To improve battery life
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, ✔✔B) To prevent whistling sounds
When fitting a hearing aid, what is the first step a specialist should take?
A) Program the hearing aid
B) Conduct a hearing evaluation
C) Provide patient education
D) Check the battery
✔✔B) Conduct a hearing evaluation
What is a common symptom of auditory processing disorder?
A) Difficulty hearing in quiet environments
B) Difficulty understanding spoken language
C) Complete hearing loss
D) Ringing in the ears
✔✔B) Difficulty understanding spoken language
Which type of hearing aid is designed to fit behind the ear?
A) Completely-in-canal (CIC)
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