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Audiology Chap 1
Audiology Chap 1
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Audiology
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09/05/2011

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Term
Audiology
Definition
The study of human hearing
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ASHA
Definition
American Speech and Hearing Association
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Hearing Impairment and Hearing Loss
Definition
general expressions that encompass the varying degrees and types of reduced hearing sensitivity in both children and adults
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Hearing Disability and Hearing Handicap
Definition
describes the functional limitations caused by the hearing loss
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Deaf Person
Definition
one whose hearing is disabled to an extent that precludes the understanding of speech, through the ear alone with or without the use of a hearing aid
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Hard of Hearing Person
Definition
one whose hearing is disabled to an extent that makes difficult, but does not preclude, the understanding of speech with hearing alone, with or without a hearing aid
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Prelingual
Definition
If a hearing loss occurs prior to normal speech and language development
Term
Postlingual
Definition
Hearing loss occurs after the development of normal speech and language
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Early Identification, Intervention
Definition
For infants and young children, _____ ______________ of hearing loss and ____________ are critical to maximize the development of speech and language
Term
Hear
Definition
The ability to ____ plays a direct role in the ability to perceive and produced speech
Term
Hearing Aids, Rehabilitation Therapy, Assistive Listening Devices, Cochlear Implants, Surgically Implantable Devices
Definition
What are the types of hearing rehabilitation for permanent hearing loss?
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Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
Definition
What is Public Law 94-142
Term
To ensure that all children with disabilities receive a free, appropriate, public education that emphasizes special education and related services designed to meet their unique needs in the least restrictive environment
Definition
What does the Individual with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) ensure?
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