Microprocessor audiometer Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

A calibration performed by specialists with specialized equipment every 2 years, or when a repair is done is called a(n) ____________ calibration. a. acoustical b. exhaustive c. biological d. comprehensive - B . Advantages of a microprocessor audiometer are less examiner errors, requires little skill, and ___________________. a. best for difficult-to-test patients b. can test multiple patients c. greater examiner control d. less data to enter - B . An example of a(an)________________...

CAOHC Exam Prep - Questions with Verified Answers Collapsing ear canal Occurs naturally in some individuals during audiometric testing-earphones cause auricle to move forward collapsing the canal and causing an artificial hearing loss; Insert earphones should be used Cochlea A coiled, bony, fluid-filled tube in the inner ear through which sound waves trigger nerve impulses; damage from hazardous noise occurs here. Microprocessor audiometer Automated computer controlled audiometer Tinnitus A j...

CAOHC QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 100% CORRECT OSHA TREANING REQUIREMENTS MANDATORY PROGRAM FOR EMPLYEES WITH NOISE EXPOSURE +85DBA/ EMPLOYER MUST ENSURE PARTICIPATION OSHA REQUIREMENT PERSONAL HEARING PROTECTORS ATTENUATION (NRR CONSEPT AND CALCULATION) AUDIOMETRICS TESTING PURPOSES, EFFECTS OF NOISE HEARING IDEALLY TRAINING SHOULD COMPANY SPECIFIC-SHOWCASING EMPLOYEE AND WORK AREA RELEVANT, APPLICABLE, CURRENT, ENGANING,DIFERRENT FROM LAST YEARIS TO MOTIVATE EMPLOYEE TO GHANGE B...

Audiology Health Technician Exam - Questions and Answers Required training topics are 1)_______ 2) _______ and 3)_________. personal hearing protection, audiometric testing, and effects of noise on hearing. The NIOSH five primary barriers to wearing hearing protection are Comfort, Convenience, Communication, Cost and Culture/Climate One-on-one training and training by a qualified individual to small groups of ___ to ____ personnel is generally more effective than training delivered in other me...

Hearing conservation certification Questions and Answers, Graded A+ CAOHC's primary objective is to: a. Promote hearing loss prevention by enhancing the quality of occupational hearing conservation practices b. Provide input to legislative action regarding occupational hearing program implementation c. Train council members in occupational hearing program implementation d. Train audiologists in occupational hearing program implementation A A COHC is NOT able to train other OHCs to ...

DOD HEARING TECHNICIAN TR-SERVICE CERTIFICATION COURSE QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS LATEST UPDATED 2024 What does NIHL stand for noise induced hearing loss What is the #1 occupational health hazard in the military? hearing loss Unprotected exposure to hazardous noise can cause the following: temporary hearing loss, permanent hearing loss, and/or tinnitus How does noise induced illness occur? gradually over time from repeated exposures How does noise induced injury occur...

CAOHC Exam Study Questions and Answers 100% Accurate Unit of measurement for frequency (pitch) Hertz (Hz) Unit of measurement for intensity (loudness) Decibel (dB) Risk of damage from noise How loud (intensity) and how long (duration) Steady-state or continuous noise, e.g. generator Lasts 1 second or longer Impulse or Impact noise, e.g. gunfire or nail gun Lasts less than one second Parts of the outer ear Pinna and external auditory canal Parts of...

CAOHC Exam Study Questions and Answers Graded A Unit of measurement for frequency (pitch) Hertz (Hz) Unit of measurement for intensity (loudness) Decibel (dB) Risk of damage from noise How loud (intensity) and how long (duration) Steady-state or continuous noise, e.g. generator Lasts 1 second or longer Impulse or Impact noise, e.g. gunfire or nail gun Lasts less than one second Parts of the outer ear Pinna and external auditory canal Parts of the ...

Unit of measurement for frequency (pitch) - answers-Hertz (Hz) Unit of measurement for intensity (loudness) - answers-Decibel (dB) Risk of damage from noise - answers-How loud (intensity) and how long (duration) Steady-state or continuous noise, e.g. generator - answers-Lasts 1 second or longer Impulse or Impact noise, e.g. gunfire or nail gun - answers-Lasts less than one second Parts of the outer ear - answers-Pinna and external auditory canal Parts of the middle ear - answer...

CAOHC Exam Questions with All Correct Answers What is the mission of CAOHC? - Answer--promote best practices in hearing conservation worldwide and promote HL prevention thru training, guidance and support What are the professional disciplines represented on CAOHC? - Answer-OHC's, CD's, PS's Who are the people that work w OHC? - Answer--occupational health nurse, audiologist, noise control engineer, physician, safety and health specialist, company management What are the elements o...