Exam Preview for 40245: Cognition, Audition, and Amplification in 2

Cognition, Audition, and Amplification in 2025 and Beyond

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1. What percentage of the United States population has hearing loss? 40% 22% 10% 33%
2. What is one benefit of custom products? They are cheaper They are easier to purchase Custom-made (nearly invisible products) may remove the hearing aid stigma Custom products are more visible
3. What percentage of patients with hearing loss in the United States acquire hearing aids? 10% 22% 30% 5%
4. What have we observed since OTC has been approved by the FDA? OTCs are affordable for most people OTCs have not changed any access to hearing care Access has increased but is still cost prohibitive. OTC products are no longer approved by the FDA.
5. According to the article “Why Choose Custom Hearing Aids?’, what percentage of survey respondents believe there is a stigma with hearing aids? 0% 80% 10% 48%