Chapter 9 Questions Flashcards
1
Q
What are the four ways hearing loss is described?
A
1) Conductive (Outer or middle ear)
2) Sensorineural (Inner ear)
3) Unilateral (In one ear
4) Bilateral (Both ears)
2
Q
What are the causes of congenital hearing loss?
A
Usually genetic factors, maternal rubella, prematurity etc.
3
Q
What are the causes of acquired hearing loss
A
Include otitis media, meningitis, disease and noise exposure.
4
Q
What is used to assess the hearing of older children and adults?
A
Pure-tone audiometry
5
Q
What has helped many deaf and hard-of-hearing students to successfully complete college programs?
A
Sign language interpretation
6
Q
What was the most important determinant of achievement for students with hearing loss is?
A
Quality of instruction
