Overview

"The manual focuses on competency for the practical sections of the examination, preparing individuals for the exam, but also for day-to-day operations in the professional environment. Separated into four modules, the book covers the main competencies of most state practical examinations: audiometric assessment, ear impressions, hearing instrument fitting, and hearing instrument care and follow-up. The competency modules are divided into chapters related to the concept of the module. Each chapter begins with objectives and terms with definitions to help orient the reader to the topic. Each module concludes with a ""Putting It All Together"" section, tying together the concepts of the module with practical activities and allowing the individual to perform the competency as they would for the licensing examination. The section is followed by module quiz questions that allow the reader to increase comprehension and test their knowledge. New to the Second Edition: *'Two new chapters on Infection Control and Tympanometry *Module quizzes to check reader understanding for each major section *A glossary of terms with definitions *Additional appendices, including ""cheat sheets"" with quick information on important topics, an abbreviations chart, and answers to module quiz questions *Access to online supplemental materials and additional quiz questions for each module on a PluralPlus companion website"

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Author:   Suzanne Krumenacker
Publisher:   Plural Publishing Inc
Imprint:   Plural Publishing Inc
Edition:   2nd New edition
ISBN:  

9781635501315

ISBN 10:   1635501318
Pages:   200
Publication Date:   01 April 2019
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  College/higher education ,  Professional & Vocational ,  Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In stock  
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Table of Contents

Preface Introduction Acknowledgments Module 1. Audiometric Assessment Chapter 1. Hearing Loss Chapter 2. Audiogram Interpretation Chapter 3. FDA Red Flags Chapter 4. Infection Control Chapter 5. Otoscopic Inspection Chapter 6. Testing Equipment Chapter 7. Tympanometry Chapter 8. Testing Procedures Chapter 9. Concepts of Masking Module 1. Putting It All Together Module 1. Quiz Module 2. Ear Impressions Chapter 10. Otoscopic Inspection for Impression Chapter 11. Ear Impression Preparation Chapter 12. After the Impression Module 2. Putting It All Together Module 2. Quiz Module 3. Hearing Instrument Fitting and Orientation Chapter 13. Delivering a Behind-the-Ear Hearing Aid or Receiver-in-the-Canal Hearing Aid Chapter 14. Earmolds Chapter 15. Delivering an In-the-Ear Hearing Aid Module 3. Putting It All Together Module 3. Quiz Module 4. Hearing Instrument Care and Follow-Up Chapter 16. Replacing Earmold Tubing Chapter 17. Routine Follow-Up Service Chapter 18. Troubleshooting Module 4. Putting It All Together Module 4. Quiz Glossary Abbreviations Recommended Reading Material Module Quiz Answers Appendix A. State Hearing Aid Dispenser Licensing Department Information Appendix B. Spondee Word List Appendix C. Blank Audiograms Appendix D. Hearing Aid Delivery Checklist Appendix E. Troubleshooting a Hearing Aid Appendix F. FDA Red Flags Cheat Sheet Index

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Suzanne Krumenacker, AuD is a licensed Dispensing Audiologist and is a Staff Audiologist in the Audiology/Technical Support Department for Starkey Hearing Technologies, one of the largest hearing aid manufacturers in the world. In addition to working in manufacturing for over 10 years, she spent 6 years in a private practice setting fitting and dispensing hearing aids. Dr. Krumenacker earned her Bachelor of Science in Hearing and Speech Science as well as her Master’s Degree in Audiology from the State University of New York at Plattsburgh. She earned her Doctorate Degree in 2010 from the Arizona School of Health Sciences. She has a passion for the profession, more importantly hearing aid dispensing, so during her free time, she coaches and trains individuals from all over the country to prepare for their State Hearing Aid Dispensing Licensing exams.

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