Exam Preview for 40135: Building Bridges: Developing Referrals Betw

Building Bridges: Developing Referrals Between Surgeons and Local Providers to Support Cochlear Implant Patients

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1. When should a patient be referred for a cochlear implant evaluation, according to the latest recommendations? If they have a PTA greater than or equal to 60 dB in the better hearing ear If they have an unaided word recognition score less than or equal to 70% If they are not currently utilizing hearing aid technology If they have trialed multiple hearing aids unsuccessfully
2. Research shows that which of the following is a common barrier to cochlear implant care in the US? Identification and referral for a CI evaluation Lack of cochlear implant technology Lack of innovation in how cochlear implant technology functions Insufficient number of trained surgeons
3. What type of intervention for severe to profound patients in pursuing a cochlear implant has a significant impact on improved outcomes? Prolonged intervention Earlier intervention Delayed intervention Deferred intervention
4. In maintaining care for patients who receive a cochlear implant, referring professionals can continue to manage patients who are bimodally fit. What is a bimodal fitting? Having 2 cochlear implants Utilizing a cochlear implant in one ear and a hearing aid in the other ear Wearing 2 hearing aids Wearing only 1 cochlear implant
5. Which of the following strategies would be most helpful in developing a positive referral relationship? Swap business cards Touch base when you feel like it Providing consistent reporting and patient reporting to assist in patient history Waiting for them to contact you first