Exam Preview for 41405: Summary of the Evidence-Based VA/DoD Clinic

Summary of the Evidence-Based VA/DoD Clinical Practice Guidelines for Tinnitus, in partnership with AVAA

Please note: exam questions are subject to change.

1. What is the recommendation regarding the use of validated subjective outcome measures for monitoring the effectiveness clinical care provided for tinnitus? Strong against Weak for Strong for Neither for nor against
2. What is the strength and recommendation for the use of psychoacoustic measures such as minimum masking level and loudness matching in monitoring the impact of providing care for tinnitus? Strong against Weak for Weak against Neither for nor against
3. What is the recommendation regarding the use of hearing aids for improving quality of life with tinnitus for adults with hearing loss? Strong against Weak for Weak against Neither for nor against
4. What is the evidence-based recommendation for the use of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) by a trained provider for adults with bothersome tinnitus? Strong against Strong for Weak for Neither for nor against
5. What is the strength and recommendation for using ginkgo biloba, dietary or herbal supplements, or nutraceuticals for tinnitus management? Strong against Weak against Weak for Neither for nor against