Extended Wear HA Flashcards
1
Q
Extended wear HA
A
- Looks like BTE HA, but they do not have to be taken out.
- Battery lasts a few months.
- People who use this often aren’t ready for BTE HA yet.
2
Q
Location
A
Sits deep in the EAC
3
Q
What can be done with them
A
- Can sleep, swim, and shower in the aids without removing them.
4
Q
How to insert them
A
Audiologist has to place aids/4 mm for TM
5
Q
Contradictions a.k.a can NOT be used when…
A
- Diabetes/bruise easily
- Abnormalities of the EAC or any surgery there
- > moderate HL in low frequencies and severe.
