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More to Lose? Noise Risk Perceptions of Young Adults with Hearing Impairment, presented in partnership with Seminars in Hearing

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1.  A widely accepted limit for noise exposure (per 8 hour day) is defined as: 75 decibels on any day of the year. 80 decibels for every day worked each year. 85 decibels for 220 days each year. 90 decibels for 220 days each year.

2.  Risk of noise injury depends on: Intensity of the sound exposure. Duration of sound exposure. Individual susceptibility to noise injury. All of the above.

3.  The proportion of young adults (non-impaired hearing) with noise exposure above an acceptable level, in the reported study, was approximately: One in four One in three Nearly 100% Less than 10%

4.  The proportion of young adults (hearing impaired) with noise exposure above an acceptable level, in the reported study, was approximately: The same as for adults with non-impaired hearing. One in ten. One in five. 40%

5.  Which of the following statements is supported by the reported data? Most teenagers are exposed to excessive noise from music listening. The noise exposure of young adults with hearing impairment was relatively low. Hearing deterioration in young hearing aid wearers is associated with higher levels of noise exposure. Audiologists should advise young clients to avoid music venues.

6.  What percentage of respondents believe personal stereo use poses a risk of noise injury? About 75% About 90% Less than 50% About 60%

7.  Based on the data presented, which of these statements is true? Participants with hearing impairment reported frequent use of hearing protectors. Participants with hearing impairment reported little use of hearing protectors. Participants with hearing impairment reported more use of hearing protectors than participants with non-impaired hearing. Participants with hearing impairment always avoid loud activities.

8.  How many young adults reported concern about the possibility of future hearing deterioration? Close to 90% Slightly less than 10% 50-60% None

9.  Overall, data obtained in this study: Suggest teenagers should not listen to loud music. Reveal no association between pure tone threshold levels and whole-of-life noise exposure. Support hearing screening in high school students. Highlight an ignorance of the risks of noise exposure among young people.

10.  Reducing the noise in entertainment venues could: Reduce the risk of noise injury for patrons. Be achieved with enough cooperation and determination. Make social environments more accessible. All of the above.