Description
Book SynopsisThe manual focuses on competency for the practical sections of the examination, preparing individuals for the exam, but also for day-to-day operations in the professional environment. Separated into four modules, the book covers the main competencies of most state practical examinations: audiometric assessment, ear impressions, hearing instrument fitting, and hearing instrument care and follow-up. The competency modules are divided into chapters related to the concept of the module. Each chapter begins with objectives and terms with definitions to help orient the reader to the topic. Each module concludes with a "Putting It All Together" section, tying together the concepts of the module with practical activities and allowing the individual to perform the competency as they would for the licensing examination. The section is followed by module quiz questions that allow the reader to increase comprehension and test their knowledge. New to the Second Edition: *'Two new chapters on Infection Control and Tympanometry *Module quizzes to check reader understanding for each major section *A glossary of terms with definitions *Additional appendices, including "cheat sheets" with quick information on important topics, an abbreviations chart, and answers to module quiz questions *Access to online supplemental materials and additional quiz questions for each module on a PluralPlus companion website
Table of ContentsPreface Introduction Acknowledgments Module 1. Audiometric Assessment Chapter 1. Hearing Loss Chapter 2. Audiogram Interpretation Chapter 3. FDA Red Flags Chapter 4. Infection Control Chapter 5. Otoscopic Inspection Chapter 6. Testing Equipment Chapter 7. Tympanometry Chapter 8. Testing Procedures Chapter 9. Concepts of Masking Module 1. Putting It All Together Module 1. Quiz Module 2. Ear Impressions Chapter 10. Otoscopic Inspection for Impression Chapter 11. Ear Impression Preparation Chapter 12. After the Impression Module 2. Putting It All Together Module 2. Quiz Module 3. Hearing Instrument Fitting and Orientation Chapter 13. Delivering a Behind-the-Ear Hearing Aid or Receiver-in-the-Canal Hearing Aid Chapter 14. Earmolds Chapter 15. Delivering an In-the-Ear Hearing Aid Module 3. Putting It All Together Module 3. Quiz Module 4. Hearing Instrument Care and Follow-Up Chapter 16. Replacing Earmold Tubing Chapter 17. Routine Follow-Up Service Chapter 18. Troubleshooting Module 4. Putting It All Together Module 4. Quiz Glossary Abbreviations Recommended Reading Material Module Quiz Answers Appendix A. State Hearing Aid Dispenser Licensing Department Information Appendix B. Spondee Word List Appendix C. Blank Audiograms Appendix D. Hearing Aid Delivery Checklist Appendix E. Troubleshooting a Hearing Aid Appendix F. FDA Red Flags Cheat Sheet Index
