Issue Date
2009
Abstract
The purpose of this study was to evaluate the use of non-audiological patient-based variables; amount of bother, importance of improved hearing, and expectations, as reliable predictors of benefit and satisfaction from amplification. Study findings were then used to develop two initial prognostic indices.
Language
English
Publisher
Program in Audiology and Communication Sciences, Washington University School of Medicine
Subject (MeSH)
Hearing Aids; Personal Satisfaction
Document Type
Thesis
Advisor
Piccirillo, Jay F.
Recommended Citation
Niehl, Katie, "Development of a simple index to predict benefit and satisfaction from amplification" (2009). Independent Studies and Capstones. Paper 258. Program in Audiology and Communication Sciences, Washington University School of Medicine.
https://digitalcommons.wustl.edu/pacs_capstones/258
