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Real-Ear Measures 101

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1.  The difference between input and output, in decibels, is known as _______. Response SPL Gain MPO

2.  Calibration of the real-ear system requires the external microphone and the _______. Patient Probe Microphone 2cc coupler Calibration adapter

3.  What does the acronym REAR refer to? Real ear after routing Real ear aided response Right ear aided response Right ear auditory response

4.  Probe tubes may be re-used on multiple patients. Only if the previous patient had clean ears Always Never Only when sanitized

5.  Real-ear measurements may be used for: Obtaining an objective measurement of hearing aid efficacy Obtaining a subjective measurement of hearing aid satisfaction Speech in noise testing Pure tone testing