Question

a nurse is reviewing a client’s medical record. select the 3 findings that place the client at risk for hearing impairment. osteoarthritis occupation furosemide hyperlipidemia naproxen lovastatin

Explanation:

• Occupation: Jobs with prolonged loud noise (e.g., construction, manufacturing) damage inner ear structures.
• Furosemide: A loop diuretic linked to ototoxicity (hearing/balance issues) via inner ear fluid disruption.
• Naproxen: A nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that can cause ototoxicity in some cases. Osteoarthritis, hyperlipidemia, and lovastatin are not direct risk factors for hearing impairment.

Answer:

Occupation, Furosemide, Naproxen