This course will begin with a discussion on the fundamental purpose and importance of real ear measurement and investigate techniques to encourage efficient clinical utility. Then we will review device selection and fitting based upon output specifics, acoustic coupling, occlusion and feedback management as all of these factors have a significant impact on real ear measurement. Next, troubleshooting techniques will be organized and presented by low, mid and high frequency regions that can be applied when targets are not met in each region. Finally, the course will conclude with strategies for clinical decision making and the development of counseling narratives based upon real ear results.
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Learning Outcomes
- After this course, participants will be able to describe why real ear in an integral part of the fitting process.
- After this course, participants will be able to explain how to choose hearing aids and options that appropriately balance comfort, intelligibility, sound quality, and occlusion.
- After this course, participants will be able to discuss how to apply software and hardware changes to hearing aids to match targets.
- After this course, participants will be able to describe how matching target can influence other factors of a successful fitting.
Course created on June 10, 2024
Agenda
| 0-10 Minutes | Real ear fundamentals |
| 10-30 Minutes | Making the best technology choice to strike a balance |
| 30-45 Minutes | Troubleshooting per frequency region |
| 45-55 Minutes | Applying fitting and counseling strategies based upon results |
| 55-60 Minutes | Closing, questions and summary |
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Steve Hallenbeck
Steve Hallenbeck, AuD, is an Audiology Manager within the Audiology and Education team in Aurora, IL. In this role, Steve provides content and training development for a variety of practice channels within the field of audiology. Steve has an extensive history within the hearing care industry and has previously provided clinical services in private practice and hospital settings as well as consultative noise abatement services. He has a deep passion for audiologic education, has been a guest lecturer around the globe and has served as an adjunct faculty member for several AuD and hearing aid specialist educational programs.
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