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Semin Hear 2000; Volume 21(Number 03): 267-280
DOI: 10.1055/s-2000-7319
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EVALUATING THE SUCCESS OF ADULT AUDIOLOGIC REHABILITATION SUPPORT PROGRAMS

Patricia B. Kricos1 , Sharon A. Lesner2
  • 1Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida
  • 2School of Speech Pathology and Audiology, University of Akron, Akron, Ohio.
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31 December 2000 (online)

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ABSTRACT

As audiologists increasingly incorporate structured group orientations and other forms of support programs into their dispensing practices, it will be essential to determine the effectiveness of the programs in meeting the needs of new hearing aid users. The focus in this article will be on the individual practitioner's determination of audiologic rehabilitation support program effectiveness. We propose seven methods of evaluating the effectiveness of hearing aid orientation and other support programs for adults with hearing loss. These methods include patient-satisfaction surveys, handicap inventories, knowledge area tests, observations by professional staff, attendance patterns, communication performance, and measures of hearing aid benefit, use, and satisfaction. The functions, advantages, and disadvantages of each method of evaluation will be explored.

KEYWORD

Evaulation - success - adult AR