19th ANNUAL EARLY HEARING DETECTION & INTERVENTION MEETING
March 8-10, 2020 • Kansas City, MO
Audiology Treatment Outcomes for Newly Identified Hearing Loss
As a pediatric hospital we aim to support infants and children diagnosed with permanent hearing loss in their ability to access sound through the use of amplification. In an effort to optimize outcomes related to auditory behaviors, speech, language, and literacy development, we strive to maximize management strategies, including achieving the most accurate fit, incorporating assistive listening devices when appropriate, and employing relevant communication strategies. The University of Western Ontario developed the Pediatric Audiological Monitoring Protocol (PedAmp) consisting of a battery of outcome evaluation tools aimed to systematically evaluate auditory-related outcomes. We have adapted the use of this protocol during our hearing aid fitting appointments and 1 month, 3 month, and 9 month follow up appointments. By tracking these outcomes through the initial 9 months of hearing aid use, we have been able to adjust our plans of care while best supporting our patients and families. For instance, based on this outcome data, we can verify adequate fitting and, when needed, refer for cochlear implantation or initiate the use of further technology (e.g., FM systems/remote microphones and etc.). Additionally, to decrease our ‘loss to follow up’ rate and to better comply with the PedAmp visit schedule protocol, we have modified our scheduling process by scheduling patients for their initial fitting appointment along with a 1 month and 3 month post-fitting follow up appointments.
References: The University of Western Ontario Pediatric Audiological Monitoring Protocol Version 1.0, Revision 2 iv
©2010 Child Amplification Laboratory, National Centre for Audiology, UWO
- Review of aided Audiology outcomes utilizing PedAmp protocol from HA fitting through follow-up at 1 month, 3 months, and 9 month appointments
- Use of outcome data to help adjust audiological plans of care
- Use of data tracking to decrease rates for ‘loss to follow up’ after initial HA fitting appointments
Poster:
This presentation has not yet been uploaded.
Presenter: Melissa Stone
Melissa Stone is a Speech Language Pathologist who has worked at Nemours AI duPont Hospital for Children since 2010. She had previously worked with patients and families, through the Therapy Department, specializing in treatments related to hearing loss, feeding disorders, literacy, and Autism and, continues to support patients and families with hearing loss since, in October of 2018, becoming Outcomes and Outreach Coordinator for the Pediatric Communication Center. She holds a Masters of Science degree in Speech Pathology and Education as well as a clinical certification through the American Speech and Hearing Association. Melissa also sits on the Early Hearing, Detection and Identification Board, a Governor appointed position for the State of Delaware.
ASHA DISCLOSURE:
Financial -
No relevant financial relationship exist.
Nonfinancial -
No relevant nonfinancial relationship exist.