What are the two types of hearing loss caused by high intensity noise?

The correct choice identifies the two main types of hearing loss attributed to high-intensity noise as Conductive and Sensorineural. Conductive hearing loss occurs when sound waves cannot efficiently travel through the outer ear canal to the eardrum and the ossicles in the middle ear. This can result from ear infections, fluid, or blockages, and while primarily related to structural issues, exposure to high intensity noise can lead to conditions that exacerbate this type of loss.

Sensorineural hearing loss, on the other hand, stems from damage to the inner ear or the auditory nerve pathways to the brain. This type of hearing loss is indeed strongly linked to high-intensity noise exposure. When sounds exceed safe decibel levels, they can cause irreversible damage to the hair cells in the cochlea, leading to sensorineural hearing loss. This highlights the importance of protecting one's ears from loud environments.

In contrast, the other options do not correctly categorize hearing loss related to high-intensity noise. Temporary and Permanent refer to the duration and reversibility of hearing loss but do not specify the mechanisms involved. Acute and Chronic describe the timeframe of the condition rather than its types. Lastly, Acoustic and Non-acoustic are not recognized classifications of hearing loss related to noise exposure