Cochlear Implants Flashcards
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Cochlear implants are compromised of…
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An implanted internal component
Externally worn microphone
External speech processor
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Q
What is a cochlear implant
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Biomedical electronic device
Converts sound into electrical current and stimulates the auditory nerve elements
2
Q
2 categories of candidates for implants
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Pre-lingually deafened children
Post lingually deafened adults
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Q
Requirements for cochlear implant candidacy
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Profound SNHL Starting at 12 months Demonstrates little to no benefit from hearing aids Need 3-6 month trail period with AR (children) Intact CN VIII and CANS No active middle ear disease Cochlea fully developed
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Professionals involved in cochlear implant process
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Otolaryngologist
Audiologist
Speech pathologist
Social workers and psychologists
