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Interventional Audiology: On the Ground Serving the At-Risk

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1.  According to research approximately ___% of individuals in the U.S with hearing loss has one of the mild to moderate high frequency type. 10% 20% 75% 90%

2.  For this group with mild to moderate high frequency hearing loss, ___% own hearing aids. 10% 20% 75% 90%

3.  Interventional audiology consists of: identifying and managing hearing loss in the least invasive manner serving at risk or vulnerable populations delivering care where it is needed most all of the above

4.  An underserved population that may benefit from an innovative delivery method for hearing care is: preschoolers who use cochlear implants healthy younger adults with normal hearing healthy older adults who are successful users of hearing aids older adults coping with chronic, debilitating conditions

5.  One example of an effective community-based interventional audiology strategy is the: Austin Amplification Project Baltimore Hears Seattle Hear Cells New York Thunder

6.  An interventional audiology approach used in a dementia clinic described by Mamo et al. (2017): Has data supporting its effectiveness Is popular among the clients Is reported as beneficial by caregivers All of the above

7.  An interventional audiology strategy has the potential to: Reduce readmissions to the hospital Improve adherence to care plans Improve overall patient engagement All of the above

8.  The University of ________ Medical Center is a leader in interventional audiology services. Wisconsin Arizona Pittsburgh Baltimore

9.  Devices that could be used as part of an interventional audiology strategy include all of the following EXCEPT: High quality PSAPs Amplified headsets Pocket Talkers Bone anchored implants

10.  To start an interventional audiology program in your community, it is recommended to start networking with: geriatric specialists primary care physicians mobile health units all of the above