Define Baby Boomers. Baby Boomers are aging adults born from 1946-1964. They will
reach retirement starting around 2011-2030. 2. List some of the age related changes that can affect communication.
Reduced vision
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Define Baby Boomers. Baby Boomers are aging adults born from 1946-1964. They will
reach retirement starting around 2011-2030. 2. List some of the age related changes that can affect communication.
Reduced vision
Reduced hearing
Impaired cognitive function
Depression
Stress
Chronic illnesses
Dementia
3. Define AAC and the patients that would benefit from it. AAC (Augmentative and Alternative
Communication). Refers to all forms of communication that enhance or supplement speech
and writing, either, temporarily or permanently. AAC can both enhance (augmentative) and
replace (alternative) conventional forms of expression for people who can't communicate
through speech, writing, or gestures.
4. What is the most commonly used hearing aid? BTE (Behind the ear). 1 inch long and worn
behind the outer ear. A small tube connects with the amplification device behind the ear and
delivers amplified sound into the ear canal. The device has an adjustable volume control
and is battery powered.
5. Which hearing aid covers the entire range of hearing loss? BTE (Behind the ear)
6. What are the two major types of assistive devices used to improve hearing? Assistive
listening devices and hearing aids
7. What are the four major types of assistive listening devices?
BTE (Behind the ear OTE (Over the ear) ITE (in the ear) ITC (in the canal) CIC (completely in the canal)
Competency #2 Review Questions
1. What are the five A's to tobacco cessation?
Ask about smoking status at each health care visit. Advise client to quit smoking. Assess client’s willingness to quit smoking at this time. Assist client to quit using counseling and pharmacotherapy
Arrange for follow-up within one week of scheduled quit date
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