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Artistically Avoiding Commoditization with EARMOLDS!

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1.  Historically, the role of an earmold in the hearing aid fitting process included: Retention Maintaining an acoustic seal Acoustically coupling the hearing aid to the ear All of the above

2.  What is an important factor to consider when fitting an earmold? Cosmetics Ease of insertion Comfort Ease of modification All of the above

3.  Which of the following statements is true Venting has the effect of reducing low-frequency energy in the ear canal and changing the resonance properties to help reduce the perception of occlusion. Venting provides an acoustic resistance that can smooth peaks in the hearing aid response. Venting enhances gain above 3000Hz and is achieved when the tubing coupled to the earmold is enlarged. Venting is never needed.

4.  Which of the following is NOT true about acrylic earmolds easy to modify available in many colors highly durable the most appropriate material for pediatric patients available in many styles

5.  Which of the following is NOT true about silicone earmolds: easy to modify available in many colors available in many styles appropriate for pediatric patients ease of removal may be a challenge for individuals with dexterity issues

6.  If a patient is having retention issues with a non-custom dome and is greatly impacted by occlusion effect what earmold option would be the most appropriate? Hollow silicone RIC earmold Hollow acrylic RIC earmold A & B None of the above

7.  When fit with a non-custom dome, what is a potential problem that a patient may experience? Poor retention Difficulty with inserting the device correctly Poor sound quality Discomfort All of the above

8.  When modifying acrylic earmolds, what safety precaution is absolutely necessary? Wearing safety glasses/goggles Cleaning the earmold with alcohol before modifying Changing the Hear Clear on the earmold Wearing a protective suit

9.  What is the most common modification professionals make to earmold and hearing aid plumbing? Buffing and grinding earmolds Adding dampers to hearing aid tubing Vent modifications Horn effects

10.  The Earmold Online Order form located through Inspire Software will ______________: provide the most up-to-date earmold offerings lists all of the earmold materials that Starkey ever offered not use pertinent patient information (ex. audiogram) auto-populate the earmold selection based on the hearing aid