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Hansaton AQ: A Revolutionary Rechargeable Hearing Instrument

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1.  According to the Technology Adoption Life Cycle Model, to date what is the largest market segment that rechargeable hearing aids have reached? Innovators Early adopters Early majority Late majority

2.  Which of the following is a benefit of replaceable batteries in hearing aids? They present no swallowing hazard. They are readily accessible. They are easy to handle for most patients. Battery cost is not an issue.

3.  Which of the following is not a realistic benefit of AQ hearing instruments with rechargeable batteries? They reduce environmental impact from batteries. For people with limited manual dexterity, they have the potential to be easier to handle than aids with replaceable batteries. For people with visual impairments, they will be easier to handle than aids with replaceable batteries. Their batteries never need replacement.

4.  What is meant by battery memory with reference to rechargeable batteries? Users often do not remember to place them in the recharger. The time to recharge the battery is prolonged if it is not fully discharged and fully charged. The operating time of the battery diminishes if it is not fully discharged and fully charged on every cycle. The longevity of the battery diminishes if it is not fully discharged and fully charged on every cycle.

5.  What is the expected operating time per charge of an AQ custom hearing instrument? 8-12 hours 12-20 hours 20-30 hours 5 years

6.  Which of the following is not an expected benefit of sealing a battery in the case of a hearing instrument? Eliminates risk of charging a zinc-air cell. Eliminates broken battery doors. Eliminates risk of recharging a battery placed up-side-down in the battery compartment. Allows hearing aid wearer to use hearing aid even when a recharger power source is not available.

7.  What type of rechargeable cell is used in the AQ X-Mini Rechargeable RIC? Nickel cadmium Nickel metal hydride Lithium ion polymer Lead acid

8.  What is the expected longevity of the rechargeable battery in an AQ instrument? 5 years 4 years 3 years It depends on how frequently the battery is overcharged.

9.  Which of the following is not a benefit to sealing the battery in its compartment? Reduced moisture ingress No bursting batteries No broken battery doors Never, ever be without power for your hearing aid.

10.  Which of the following sub-groups in the Technology Adoption Life Cycle Model has a visionary approach to new, discontinuous innovations? Innovator Early Adopter Early Majority Late Majority