Title: D.B. 8.2 Audiogram #1 Interpretation for "Granny"
Course: 14FA-HIS-250-H1B1-REAL EAR MEASUREMENTS

Audiogram Interpretation Discussion for Granny. This Discussion Board is not for a grade, but would love to see some participation.

Granny, as you can see, was born in 1913. She has chronic osteoporosis, and sits hunched over in her wheel chair. She has poor dexterity and little feeling in her fingers. She is as sharp as a whip, and is intentional about being as independent as she can. She wants hearing aids that she can put in herself.

Notes on audiogram, masking for Bone conduction was too uncomfortable, so bone was completed unmasked.

Yes, she is a real patient. And what a doll she is! See audiogram below and attached if you prefer to print.

1. What style of instrument might you fit "Granny" with.

2. Are there certain items that you need to pay particular attention to when fitting her?

3. Visit Resound to see product specifications to see if you might find a product you would recommend.

4.  Visit a second maufacturer of your choice, for instance Starkey, Oticon, Rexton, Phonak, etc.  What you are looking for is the fitting range, to assure the instrument will cover her loss. Look for other benefits that will assist your "granny" with her challenges.

5. Interpret the Audiogram also, tell me what type of loss, what slope, anything you notice about the audiogram that you feel is worthy of conversation.

Post your initial posts by Thursday this week.  Your response (only 1 if you wish), by Sunday night 12/7.

Audiogram 1 Granny 001.jpg