The nurse would provide additional teaching related to hearing loss based on which of the following audiometry results?
A)A 6-month-old with pure tone average of -2 dB
B)A 10-year-old with pure tone average of 4 dB
C)A 66-year-old with pure tone average of 26 dB
D)A 64-year-old with pure tone average of 14

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A pure tone average of 26 dB in a 66-year-old indicates hearing loss, which would require additional teaching related to hearing loss management and strategies. A pure tone average of -2 dB in a 6-month-old and 4 dB in a 10-year-old both indicate normal hearing and would not require additional teaching related to hearing loss. A pure tone average of 14 dB in a 64-year-old, while indicating a mild hearing loss, may not necessarily require additional teaching as it depends on the individual's needs and lifestyle.

The Nurse Would Provide Additional Teaching Related to Hearing Loss