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Addressing Hearing and Cognition: 10 Recommendations for HCPs

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1.  Which of the following could be a sign of cognitive decline?
  1. Unpredictable mood changes
  2. Decreased hearing thresholds
  3. Lack of interest in family and friends
  4. Change in diet
2.  Which of the following are well-established benefits of hearing intervention that could be discussed?
  1. Improved quality of life
  2. Improved communication
  3. Reduced listening effort
  4. All of the above
3.  Which of the following can be useful adaptation to audiology services for patients with cognitive impairment?
  1. Write out all instructions on a whiteboard
  2. Use visual supports and cues
  3. Only talk with the significant other
  4. Base recommendation off family reports instead of trying to test
4.  Which is an example of appropriate evidence-based language?
  1. Hearing loss causes dementia
  2. Hearing aids cure dementia
  3. Taking action to hear better can support healthy aging and overall well-being
  4. None of the above
5.  Why is patient centered care important?
  1. Auditory and cognitive factors vary between individuals
  2. Patients have individual hearing goals and priorities
  3. It is important to meet patients "where they are"
  4. All of the above