Hearing Acuity
The whisper test evaluates for loss of highfrequency sounds. Instruct the patient to plug (or plug for the patient ) the ear opposite to the one you are testing. With your head approximately 45 cm (18 in.) from the patient's ear and your mouth not visible to the patient, whisper a simple sentence that includes words and numbers. Have the patient repeat what you have said. Repeat on the opposite side.