Exam Preview for 40925: The Value of Professional Person-Centered H

The Value of Professional Person-Centered Hearing Care

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1. Which of the following best defines person-centered care in audiology? Prioritizing the audiologist’s clinical judgement above all else Focusing on selling the most advanced hearing technology with connectivity Understanding and integrating patient preferences and concerns into hearing care Encouraging patients to make decisions without professional input
2. What is a key benefit to aligning hearing solutions with patient preferences? It ensures patients receive the cheapest option available It increases patient satisfaction and adherence to care plans It allows the provider to minimize time spent on counseling It helps avoid using evidence-based audiological practices
3. According to research on consumer perceptions, which of the following do patients most value in professional hearing care? Quick appointments with minimal interaction Automatic enrollment in premium upgrade plans Access to online-only services and self-fitting devices Empathy, clear communication, and individualized recommendations
4. What is the most important first step in delivering person-centered hearing care? Sharing brochures for all available hearing aids Demonstrating features of the newest hearing technology Understand the patient's unique needs and expectations Show three manufacturers’ hearing aids and let the patient choose
5. What is a patient-centered approach to recommending hearing aids? Presenting only entry-level options to keep costs down Giving the patient complete control without guidance Educating the patient while considering their priorities Only considering the audiogram when making a recommendation