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A Rationale for Audiology-Psychology Collaboration: Post Trauma Anxiety and Ambivalence About Hearing Loss

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1.  Traumatic transference often causes: Mania Agnosognosia Stated intention to change None of the above

2.  When a patient cries, it is advisable to: Pause Tell the patient to stop crying Tell the patient he/she shouldn't cry Sing the song, "Don't worry, be happy."

3.  Taking the time to listen to patients stories of loss may, in the long run, save time because: It may result in less returned hearing aids Better rapport increases the likelihood of patient compliance Most patients have little to say about their emotional lives Both A and B

4.  According to Cognitive Behavior Therapy theory, Feelings cause thoughts Thoughts cause feelings The amount of serotonin in your brain is important None of the above

5.  An example of a patient ambivalent statement is: "I hear fine, people mumble." "The reason I have trouble hearing is the acoustics of the living room." "I know I may need hearing aids, but my sister's whistle all the time." Both B and C

6.  An example of a one down stance is: "You need to use your hearing aids." "You need to avoid silence and create a sound-rich environment to manage your tinnitus." "What do you think will happen if you don't use your hearing aids?" All of the above.

7.  Traumatic transference is exemplified by: A type of ice cream produced by Ben and Jerry When someone has been traumatized (e.g., by HL) and is later in a situation that reminds him/her of that trauma (e.g, an audiologic appt). When the patient directs emotional attraction to the audiologist. Both B and C

8.  Traumatic transference is often accompanied by: Shame Anxiety Joy Both A and B

9.  In order to mitigate traumatic transference, it is important to: Wear comfortable clothing Adopt a one-down, non-expert relational stance Lessen your perceived power Both B and C

10.  An example of an Appreciative Ally stance is: To be curious about how a patient views his/her world and hearing loss Lecturing the patient on the importance of amplification Socializing with a patient Sending a patient greeting cards for important events