Hearing Test Procedures and Tuning Fork Usage

Flashcards covering the whispered voice test, tuning fork specifications, activation methods, and placement sites.

Whispered Voice Test Technique

A hearing assessment procedure where the examiner stands behind the patient, places a finger in one ear, and whispers numbers into the other ear for the patient to repeat.

Tuning Fork Frequency Identification

The practice of checking the base of a tuning fork to read its frequency rating, specified as either a 512 Hz or 256 Hz tuning fork.

Tuning Fork Activation Methods

Methods used to initiate vibration in a tuning fork, performed by pinging it or tapping it on the knee.

Mastoid Process

The anatomical landmark located behind the ear where an activated tuning fork is placed during hearing testing.

Forehead Placement Test

A testing method where an activated tuning fork is placed on the center of the patient's forehead to determine where they hear the sound best.