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Audiometric screening categorisation — DOccMed MCQ

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Audiometric screening shows bilateral 4kHz dip with preservation elsewhere. Worker reports no hearing difficulty. What is the most appropriate categorisation?

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Correct answer: AAcceptable hearing with warning level pattern, counsel about hearing protection

A bilateral 4kHz dip is early NIHL. Under HSE HSG256, this is a warning level finding. The worker should be counselled and hearing protection reviewed.

Reference: HSE HSG256; Noise at Work Regs 2005