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Q&A from the most trusted names in audiology.
Wireless FM Systems for Improving Understanding in Noise
February 19, 2007
I have been informed that a wireless receiver might be useful to increase speech recognition. I have a pair of Siemens Triano hearing aids. Is there a wireless receiver that I can purchase for these h... Read More
Assistive Devices Hearing Aids - Adults
What is Recommended Impedance for ABR Electrodes
February 12, 2007
What is the typical kOhm range that I should be looking for when preparing for an ABR? Read More
Electrophysiology
Custom vs. Universal Monitors for Musicians.
February 12, 2007
I had a patient who was being fitted with a custom monitor that will be worn in the ear. He asked what the difference was between a custom and a universal fit ear monitor. I assumed the sound quality... Read More
Assistive Devices Hearing Conservation and NIHL Earmolds and Ear Impressions
Standards for 'Normal Hearing'
February 5, 2007
I can't figure out how to interpret my audiogram. I keep finding different standards for 'normal limits.' Some say it is 0-20 db, others 0-15 db. Some say it is 0-15 db for children and 0-25 db for ad... Read More
Hearing and Hearing Loss
Ipsi vs Contra Stimulation of the VEMP
February 5, 2007
Has the question of VEMP laterality been resolved? Do we know unequivocally that the VEMP is an ipsilateral response only? Read More
Vestibular Issues and Balance Disorders Electrophysiology Hearing and Hearing Loss
How is ANL Different from Signal-to-Noise Ratio Scores
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January 29, 2007
I'm confused as to how signal-to-noise ratio scores are not related to Acceptable Noise Level (ANL) measurements. I use the QuickSIN and it seems to measure the same thing as ANL. What is key to both... Read More
Hearing Aids - Adults
Beta-Carotene and Tinnitus
January 29, 2007
What is known at this time about massive doses of beta-carotene in reduction of tinnitus? Read More
Medical and Surgical Tinnitus and Hyperacusis
Developing Normative Data for Tone Burst ABR
January 22, 2007
We recently obtained new ABR equipment and want to know the best way to develop our own norms for tone bursts. The manufacturer's norms go down to 0 dB nHL at 500 Hz, which seems low. Read More
Electrophysiology
Common Types of Tympanograms
January 22, 2007
As a speech pathologist, I routinely come across reports documenting tympanogram results. Can you run down the list of common tympanogram types? Read More
Hearing Evaluation - Children Hearing Evaluation - Adults Pediatrics
Prepping Patients for ABRs
January 15, 2007
Do you have any tricks or tips on prepping patients for electrophysiological testing for ABRs? Read More
Electrophysiology
Hearing Aid Battery Tester
January 15, 2007
Is there a device that is more accurate for testing batteries? The battery testers now seem to give the same information on the same batteries. Read More
Hearing Aids - Adults
What is Considered a Standard Threshold Shift?
January 1, 2007
Do we have documentation of what is considered a significant shift in hearing? They're using 15dB or more in at least two different frequencies, but not sure if that is a good guideline or not. Read More
Hearing Conservation and NIHL
Protocols for Sale of an Established Practice
January 1, 2007
PART ONE: Are you aware of any published guidelines or protocolsregarding the closing /sale of an established diagnostic/dispensingprivate practice, specifically regarding notification of clients,main... Read More
Practice Management and Professional Issues
APD - Getting it 'Right'
January 1, 2007
If a child passes the SSW but has a tremendous amount of reversals, or quick responses, etc., how do we interpret the results? Is the SSW deemed normal, and we simply state the findings? Or do we cons... Read More
Aural Habilitation - Children Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD) Hearing Evaluation - Children Pediatrics Pediatrics
Samples of Advance Beneficiary Notice
December 18, 2006
I am looking for samples of an Advance Beneficiary Notice (ABN) to use with private insurance companies in reference to hearing aid purchase. We are in need of appropriate documentation when a person... Read More
Practice Management and Professional Issues
Contributions of Hearing Loss to the VEMP Measurement
December 18, 2006
How does hearing loss affect the VEMP responses? Read More
Vestibular Issues and Balance Disorders Electrophysiology Hearing and Hearing Loss
Patient Instructions for Establishing ANL
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December 11, 2006
I have been measuring Acceptable Noise Levels (ANLs) with my patients and wanted to know what the best verbal directions were to increase the reliability of repeated measures. Read More
Hearing Aids - Adults
Earmold Retention for a Shallow Concha
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December 11, 2006
I am fitting a multihandicapped child (2 y/o) with a body aid. She is profoundly deaf, bilaterally, and has multiple developmental delays including not sitting, crawling, etc. Her conchas are extremel... Read More
Earmolds and Ear Impressions Hearing Aids - Children Pediatrics
How Do Custom Musicians' Monitors Worn In The Ear Work?
December 4, 2006
I am trying to understand the basics of how in monitors that are worn in the ear work. What is the musician hearing? Is it the entire band; is it only his/her vocals and/or instrument? How does the mu... Read More
Assistive Devices Hearing Conservation and NIHL
Is the Au.D. Necessary to Practice if You are Moving to Another State?
November 27, 2006
If you do not pursue your Au.D., will you be able to practice audiology with a Master's degree in a different state from the state where you previously lived? I have asked this question to ASHA, a... Read More
Practice Management and Professional Issues
