Teen Health, Course 1

Introduction

Unlike your eyes, which can be closed for protection, your ears are open all the time.  This allows you to tune in and be alert to the world around you.  It also means that your ears can be damaged by too much noise.  That is why it is important to protect your ears from noise overload.  On the Web site below you will learn about things you can do to protect your ears.  You will also learn to recognize the signs of hearing loss.

Link to explore:  Strong Health - Audiology:   http://www.stronghealth.com/services/Audiology/earhealth/index.cfm

Directions

• Start at the “Strong Health” Web site.
• Read the first page, then click on “Know the Warning Signs of Hearing Loss” under the General Care section. When you are done, click on “Hearing” in the left-side bar. Take notes as you read. When you finish reading, answer the questions below.
• Finally, create a “Hearing Protection Checklist.” Divide a 3” x 5” index in half. On the left hand side list all the things you need to do to protect your ears and hearing. On the right hand side list the things you should not do. Keep the card handy as a reminder of how to take care of your ears.

Questions

1			What is the simple rule for determining if a noise is too loud and may damage your hearing?
2			Give three symptoms of hearing loss.
3			What is an NPR rating and what does a high number mean?