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Promoting Interventional Audiology in Multidisciplinary Practice

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1.  Untreated hearing loss can lead to which of the following? Poor adherence to treatment recommendations Clinical outcomes that may include accidental injury or further medical difficulties Higher total medical expenditures All of the above

2.  Hearing loss is the ___ most common chronic physical condition after arthritis and heart disease. 2nd 3rd 4th 5th

3.  “Interventional Audiology” refers to intervening to improve communication when hearing loss is: Known to be severe or profound The reason for the appointment Not the primary concern Not confirmed

4.  What is one strategy that can contribute to failure in the provision of interventional audiology services? Be the first provider to see each patient Develop a quick and easy way to relay information about the patient’s communication status to your team members Promote adherence to your recommendations by making them as easy as possible to follow Take as much time as you need and be thorough

5.  Interventional audiology services can be provided to patients who are: Having surgery Cancer survivors In the geriatric population All of the above (and every other population!)