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How Do You Verify "Binaural Processing" in Hearing Aids?

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1.  Which of the following is not a feature that employs binaural processing? Directional steering Synchronized push button Hearing aid compression None of the above

2.  What is the lowest number of test systems needed to evaluate binaural processing? 1 2 3 4

3.  What levels of verification were described during the course? Listening check Use in real life situations Text box verification All of the above

4.  Why is it important for clinicians to verify binaural processing? It is not important for clinicians to verify binaural features To ensure function, align expectations and troubleshoot issues To occupy time in between patients In order to sound cool when hanging out a professional conventions

5.  When should a clinician verify binaural processing? When evaluating manufacturers for patient use Prior to a fitting of a new instrument using this technology During a fitting to align expectations All of the above

6.  Which independent hearing aid features can be used in binaural processing? Directional microphones Audio streaming and phone handling Feedback suppression Compression All of the above

7.  What transmission methods do manufacturers use to complete binaural processing? NFMI 900 MHz radio transmission 2.4 GHz radio transmission All of the above

8.  Which of the following are benefits provided by binaural processing? Improved hearing in noise Automatic steering of features—ease of use Natural sound quality All of the above

9.  Why should clinicians describe these features to patients? To enhance the end user understanding of the technology To align expectations To provide “proof” that the features designed to provide end user benefits are functioning All of the above

10.  When should clinicians describe these features to their patients? When patients ask As part of a hearing aid evaluation During a follow-up visit At a time that is part of the natural flow of the fitting process All of the above