AIMS
To be able to care effectively for people living with Hearing Impairment
LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this course you will:
- Know what Hearing Impairment is
- Know what effects Hearing Impairment has on people
- Be aware of different types of Hearing Impairment
- Be aware of different causes of Hearing Impairment
- Know ways to care effectively for those living with Hearing Impairment
- Know some common types of hearing aid
- Be aware of how hearing aids work
- Recognise some common problems encountered with hearing aids
- Recognise the importance of lip reading
LESSONS AND TOPICS
Hearing Impairment
- What is Hearing Impairment?
- Impact on People
Caring for People with Hearing Impairment
- Reaction to Hearing Impairment
- Caring for those Living with Hearing Impairment
- Medical Help
Types of Hearing Impairment
- Conductive Loss
- Sensorineural Loss
- Presbycusis
Hearing Aids
- Types of Hearing Aids
- How Hearing Aids Work
- Common Problems
- Troubleshooting Tips
- Lip Reading
Causes of Hearing Impairment
- Heredity
- Medical Conditions
- Genetics
- Age
- Noise
- Blockages
- Perforated Eardrum
- Labrynthitis
