Audiology Health Technician Practice Test

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• What two factors determine the risk of damage from noise exposure?
• What does an audiogram represent?
• In color-coded audiograms, what color represents the right ear?
• According to regulations, individuals exposed to hazardous noise must participate in which program?
• What is the action level for noise exposure, which is consistent across regulatory agencies?
• What does HL stand for in audiology measurements?
• How many times should a person respond at the same intensity level during the Hughson-Westlake procedure for it to be considered valid?
• The measurement unit for the human hearing audible range is typically expressed in what?
• What is an example of a non-auditory effect of hearing loss?
• Who is responsible for oversight of audiometric testing and reviewing problem audiograms?
• Ringing or buzzing in the ears is classified as what type of effect of hearing loss?
• Which types of audiometers can be used in hearing testing?
• Which ossicle is known as the hammer?
• What is a key feature of administrative controls regarding noise exposure?
• At what minimum dB level is impulse noise considered hazardous?
• What type of inspection is crucial in a functional listening check?
• Who are the two professionals that can serve as a Professional Supervisor in audiology?
• Who is a specialist that determines noise controls?
• Which controls should be used to reduce exposures below the permissible exposure level?
• What should be the primary method for reducing noise exposures?
• How should the intervals between tone presentations be varied during a hearing test?
• Which type of test is most often used to establish bone conduction thresholds?
• Which log must an OSHA recordable incident be entered into?
• What type of hearing loss pattern is most common among individuals with bilateral hearing loss?
• What does the term “age correction” refer to in the context of audiology?
• Which weighting scale is best for determining hearing protection attenuation?
• How often should training for personnel enrolled in a hearing conservation program (HCP) occur?
• Asymmetrical hearing loss may commonly be seen in individuals with extensive exposure to which activity?
• Audiometric calibrations should be conducted on which schedule?
• What is a critical record to maintain as part of hearing conservation?
• Which topic is critical in educating personnel about the implication of their work environment on hearing?
• A standard threshold shift (STS) is defined as a change in hearing thresholds of what degree at specified frequencies?
• When sound waves are forced apart creating an area of negative pressure, this phenomenon is known as what?
• What is recommended before testing to ensure the ear is clear for accurate results?
• What is the permissible exposure limit (PEL) for noise according to OSHA?
• What deviation on the functional check would prompt an acoustic calibration?
• CAOHC provides training for which of the following?
• What are the three major parts of the ear?
• What part of noise muffs requires proper tension to ensure a good seal?
• What sound measurement indicates the logarithmic scale of sound intensity?
• To evaluate noise exposure risk effectively, what must be measured?
• On a graph, intensity level is represented on which axis?
• If two sources of equal loudness are added, what is the resultant increase in sound pressure level?
• What is an important consideration regarding how sound affects humans?
• At what decibel level does the threshold of pain occur?
• What type of control is primarily aimed at reducing noise at the source?
• What is the purpose of performing a daily check in audiology practices?
• What does the exchange rate reflect?
• Exchange rates for noise exposure are important for which of the following reasons?
• Which of the following is NOT a required training topic for personnel in a hearing conservation program?
• What is the exchange rate for OSHA in terms of dB?
• What is a key difference between a microprocessor audiometer and a manual audiometer?
• In the Hughson-Westlake procedure, how many dB steps do you ascend until the person responds?
• Which types of hearing loss are recognized in audiology?
• By doubling the distance from a sound source, how much will the sound pressure level decrease?
• What is the function of the round window in the ear?
• What is the primary function of the pinna or auricle in the ear?
• If employees are mobile or they are exposed to variable sound levels through the work day, what is the most appropriate device to use?
• What is a characteristic of sound waves that can be described with the term "intensity"?
• Which CFR citation corresponds to the OSHA Hearing Conservation Amendment implemented in 1983?
• What term describes a hearing loss that occurs when there is an issue in both the outer/middle ear and the inner ear?
• What is the threshold of audibility in decibels?
• On a graph, which axis represents frequency?
• At what level is 0 dB HL defined?
• Which weighting scale used in noise measurements best resembles how the ear responds to sound?
• Which of the following could be included in an auditory history?
• What is one of the barriers related to the culture/climate aspect of hearing protection?
• At which frequency is excessive background noise likely to affect thresholds?
• Which structure ventilates the middle ear space?
• Frequency is measured in which unit?
• How many professional organizations are represented in the CAOHC council?
• What does the outer ear consist of that helps to localize sound?
• How frequently must a daily check be performed?
• Which of the following is considered the best hearing protector?
• What is the primary role of the cochlea?
• What type of hearing loss is generally irreversible and involves damage to the inner ear or auditory nerve?
• An ear infection in the outer ear is referred to as what condition?
• Hair cells in the cochlea are stimulated by what action?
• What is the three-part classification of hearing loss?
• What is the correct sequence of frequencies tested in a standard hearing assessment?
• What are the two main factors that influence damage to hearing?
• What does 0 dB HL indicate?
• What must headphones be calibrated with?
• What aspect of hearing loss is assessed by the air conduction audiogram?
• In the context of audiology, what does HPD stand for?
• What does a Fit Testing System provide?
• What is one of the important landmarks to look for when viewing the eardrum?
• What does SPL measure in audiology?
• Which factor does not affect frequency?
• Criteria for a recordable standard threshold shift (STS) includes an average hearing threshold level of how many dB or greater?
• Which of the following is an example of a change that should be considered in an auditory history?
• What is the duration of the CAOHC Certification period?
• Which department regulates the military and civilian workers for the defense sector?
• Which of the following is NOT a configuration found on an audiogram?
• What is the purpose of a biological calibration in audiology?
• Which organization regulates the railroads?
• If a retest is done, it needs to be completed within how many days of the initial test showing the standard threshold shift (STS)?
• What is the significance of a flat audiogram configuration?
• Substances such as heavy metals and certain medications that can cause hearing damage are known as what?
• A functional listening check includes which types of inspection?
• Testing with headphones assesses hearing sensitivity through which pathway?
• What type of hearing loss can be treated and occurs in the outer or middle ear?
• Which organization is responsible for regulating the mining industry?
• While a technician can describe the severity and pattern of hearing loss, what can they not do?
• How much dB must be subtracted to achieve a truer estimate of actual attenuation according to OSHA?
• What type of pitch sound is associated with noise induced hearing loss?
• Are Workers' Compensation guidelines included in CFR 1910.95?
• What pattern is usually observed in noise-induced hearing loss in the high frequency range?
• What type of calibration is referred to if a significant discrepancy in performance shows?
• Which of the following is an example of a type of noise control?
• Which type of hearing loss should be referred for further audiometric workup to rule out medical causes?
• What is used to assess the potential risk of noise exposure in environments?
• Which organization conducts research and provides recommendations for best practices regarding occupational health?
• How should a hearing test be structured in terms of tone presentation timing?
• What does the term "high-frequency hearing loss" typically refer to?
• Which structure connects the throat to the middle ear?
• Where is the highest percentage of workers exposed to noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) found?
• Why is it important to keep audiometric records for 30 years according to NIOSH?
• What does the term 'impulse noise' refer to in audiology?
• Which of the following structures is directly connected to the eardrum?
• During the Hughson-Westlake procedure, how many dB steps do you descend after the person responds?
• The range of human speech is approximately between which frequencies?
• What are the two tools that can be used for biological calibration?
• At which frequency should a hearing test typically start?
• What is produced in the external auditory canal?
• What is the correct action to take if there is a 15 dB deviation in acoustic calibration?
• Noise controls can be implemented at which of the following locations?
• What is a hearing threshold defined as?
• According to NIOSH, how long should audiometric records be kept after employment?
• Noise induced hearing loss (NIHL) tends to show a notch at which frequency?
• The subjective rule for determining if an environment is noise hazardous is known as what?
• The malleus, incus, and stapes are categorized as what type of structures?
• Which of the following is a requirement for sound to occur?
• What can be the consequence of using hearing protection devices (HPDs) with high noise reduction ratings in lower noise environments?
• What term describes a permanent worsening of hearing ability?
• When testing hearing, which ear should be examined first if there is a significant difference in ability?
• What is the permissible exposure level for OSHA and MSHA?
• What does a normal audiogram configuration indicate?
• What does the acronym CAOHC stand for?
• When in doubt, which regulation or policy should you always use?
• What type of noise lasts less than 0.5 seconds and is considered hazardous at certain dB levels?
• Hazardous impulse noise levels are categorized as what dBP or higher?
• How often should an acoustical calibration be performed?
• Normal hearing typically falls within what range of decibels?
• What general characteristic defines the majority of bilateral hearing losses?
• What is a primary approach to reduce noise-induced hearing loss in the workplace?
• The phenomenon where sound in the test ear is loud enough to be heard by the non-test ear is called what?
• What does the abbreviation NRR stand for in audiology?
• Which type of audiometers provides more flexibility with digital features?
• How long should audiometric records be maintained according to OSHA?
• What part of the inner ear controls spatial orientation and balance?
• Within how many days must an STS that meets OSHA recordable criteria be entered on the OSHA 300 log?
• What does functional or non-organic hearing loss most likely indicate?
• What does NR stand for on a serial audiogram?
• What might a patient reporting tinnitus include in their auditory history?
• Which type of audiometer is most suitable for testing individuals who are difficult to assess?
• What is the purpose of using a dosimeter in the workplace?
• What does the threshold results of a biological calibration need to agree within of baseline?
• For every increase of 5 dB in loudness, how does the permissible exposure time change?
• What can lead to conductive hearing loss?
• Claustrophobia is classified as what kind of condition during testing?
• What should be avoided in noise environments according to the use of HPDs?
• The risk of noise exposure is determined by the level of noise and what other factor?
• What is the maximum number of days an individual must be notified in writing if an STS is confirmed?
• Which organization regulates the U.S. industry regarding noise control?
• What type of history should be assessed regarding occupational and non-occupational noise exposure?
• Which part of the ear does the term 'middle ear' refer to?
• Audiometric test records are considered medical-legal documents and must be described as which of the following?
• Intensity is measured in which unit?
• Bone conduction puretone audiometry primarily assesses the integrity of which part of the ear?
• What type of test might be indicated if a patient struggles with traditional audiometric testing?
• Noise measurements are essential to determine the need for what type of program?
• In addition to subtracting dB, by what percentage does OSHA require derating to estimate actual attenuation?
• What term describes the maximum time allowed for exposure to a given noise level?
• What are the primary barriers to wearing hearing protection according to NIOSH?
• What is the typical range of human hearing in Hertz?
• Which type of tone is recommended for audiometric testing for easier detection?
• What is the objective term that corresponds to the subjective term "pitch"?
• Which standard defines the acceptable noise level for hearing conservation programs?
• What is the main focus of an acoustical engineer?
• Ensuring quiet breaks for employees is an example of what type of control?
• What aspect of noise exposure does the Professional Supervisor need to focus on aside from testing?
• The most common inner ear problem seen in the military population is which type of hearing loss?
• What is the objective term for the subjective term "loudness"?
• Which of the following records is NOT required to be maintained for hearing conservation?
• What is the hazardous noise level for steady state noise in dBA?
• At which frequencies must the average be measured for a standard threshold shift (STS)?
• What is one of the key responsibilities of a Professional Supervisor in audiometric testing?
• Which aspect of hearing conservation training is emphasized for small groups over other training mediums?
• For the Department of Defense, what is the established exchange rate in dB?
• What is the primary purpose of CAOHC?
• What is the term for a temporary reduction in hearing that may recover?
• A conductive hearing loss typically shows which of the following frequency patterns?
• What type of sound level meter must be used for area noise level surveys?
• The clarity of understanding speech relies heavily on hearing in which frequency range?
• Which of the following best describes the effects of hazardous noise exposure?
• In hearing conservation, training records are important for which reason?
• What action aids in earplug insertion by straightening the ear canal?
• The reduction rating (NRR) of a particular hearing protection device (HPD) is based on which type of findings?
• Which window is located at the footplate of the stapes?
• What is the recommended repeat frequency after testing initially at 1000 Hz?
• What type of noise is defined as lasting longer than 1 second and is hazardous at 85 dB or greater?
• When should a biological calibration be conducted?
• What is the term for the area created when sound waves are forced together, resulting in positive pressure?
• Which procedure is specifically designed to determine hearing thresholds through a modified ascending-descending method?
• When should an acoustic calibration be performed?
• How long does impulse or impact noise, such as gunfire, typically last?
• The ascending-descending procedure is known as what in the context of establishing thresholds?