Prevention of Noise-Induced Hearing Loss from Recreational Firearms
Semin Hear 2017; 38: 267-281 DOI: 10.1055/s-0037-1606323In the United States and other parts of the world, recreational firearm shooting is a popular sport that puts the hearing of the shooter at risk. Peak sound pressure levels (SPLs) from firearms range from ∼140 to 175 dB. The majority of recreational firearms (excluding small-caliber 0.17 and 0.22 rifles and air rifles) generate between 150 and 165 dB peak SPLs. High-intensity impulse sounds will permanently damage delicate cochlear structures, and thus individuals who shoot firearms are at a higher risk of bilateral, high-frequency, noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL)...
Source: Seminars in Hearing - October 10, 2017 Category: Audiology Authors: Meinke, Deanna K. Finan, Donald S. Flamme, Gregory A. Murphy, William J. Stewart, Michael Lankford, James E. Tasko, Stephen Tags: Review Article Source Type: research
Leisure Noise and Hearing
Semin Hear 2017; 38: 263-266 DOI: 10.1055/s-0037-1606322 Thieme Medical Publishers 333 Seventh Avenue, New York, NY 10001, USA.Article in Thieme eJournals: Table of contents | Full text (Source: Seminars in Hearing)
Source: Seminars in Hearing - October 10, 2017 Category: Audiology Authors: Beach, Elizabeth F. Tags: Preface Source Type: research
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Semin Hear 2017; 38: C1-C8 DOI: 10.1055/s-0037-1607424 Thieme Medical Publishers 333 Seventh Avenue, New York, NY 10001, USAArticle in Thieme eJournals: Table of contents | Full text (Source: Seminars in Hearing)
Source: Seminars in Hearing - October 10, 2017 Category: Audiology Tags: Continuing Education Self-Study Program Source Type: research
Occupational Hearing Loss from Non-Gaussian Noise
Semin Hear 2017; 38: 225-262 DOI: 10.1055/s-0037-1603726Noise levels are truly continuous in relatively few occupations, with some degree of intermittency the most common condition. The sound levels of intermittent noise are often referred to as non-Gaussian in that they are not normally distributed in the time domain. In some conditions, intermittent noise affects the ear differently from continuous noise, and it is this assumption that underlies the selection of the 5-dB exchange rate (ER). The scientific and professional communities have debated this assumption over recent decades. This monograph explores the effect of ...
Source: Seminars in Hearing - July 19, 2017 Category: Audiology Authors: Suter, Alice H. Tags: Review Article Source Type: research
Occupational Hearing Loss from Non-Gaussian Noise
Semin Hear 2017; 38: 223-224 DOI: 10.1055/s-0037-1603690 Thieme Medical Publishers 333 Seventh Avenue, New York, NY 10001, USA.Article in Thieme eJournals: Table of contents | Full text (Source: Seminars in Hearing)
Source: Seminars in Hearing - July 19, 2017 Category: Audiology Authors: Stephenson, Mark R. Tags: Preface Source Type: research
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Semin Hear 2017; 38: C1-C10 DOI: 10.1055/s-0037-1603759 Thieme Medical Publishers 333 Seventh Avenue, New York, NY 10001, USAArticle in Thieme eJournals: Table of contents | Full text (Source: Seminars in Hearing)
Source: Seminars in Hearing - July 19, 2017 Category: Audiology Tags: Continuing Education Self-Study Program Source Type: research
A Hearing Loss Prevention Outreach Program for Farmers and Motorsports Enthusiasts
This study establishes that hearing loss prevention outreach at tractor pulls is necessary due to the high noise levels during the competitions. The number of earplugs distributed and the percentage of individuals who accept them indicates that this outreach is effective in the short term. It is yet to be determined if this type of hearing loss prevention project can create long-term shifts in cultural attitudes about rural noise and lead to increased hearing protection usage in the occupational and recreational lives of tractor pull attendees. [...] Thieme Medical Publishers 333 Seventh Avenue, New York, NY 10001, USAArti...
Source: Seminars in Hearing - May 17, 2017 Category: Audiology Authors: Buhr-Lawler, Melanie Tags: Review Article Source Type: research
Interventional Audiology to Address Hearing Health Care Disparities: Oyendo Bien Pilot Study
Semin Hear 2017; 38: 198-211 DOI: 10.1055/s-0037-1601575Interventional audiology, specifically community-based outreach, can connect people with the hearing health care system. Community-based participatory research methods were applied in two phases of research to: (1) investigate the needs of families affected by hearing loss in a rural Arizona community on the U.S.–Mexico border; and (2) evaluate an outreach program on hearing health. The needs assessment included interviews with persons with hearing loss and focus groups with family members and the greater community. The needs assessment revealed that despite perceiv...
Source: Seminars in Hearing - May 17, 2017 Category: Audiology Authors: Marrone, Nicole Ingram, Maia Somoza, Maria Jacob, Daisey S ánchez Sanchez, Adriana Adamovich, Stephanie Harris, Frances P. Tags: Review Article Source Type: research
HearCARE: Hearing and Communication Assistance for Resident Engagement
Semin Hear 2017; 38: 184-197 DOI: 10.1055/s-0037-1601574Impaired hearing is related to poor health outcomes, including compromised cognitive function, in aging individuals. Hearing loss is the third most common chronic health condition after arthritis and heart disease in older adults and the fourth most detrimental condition related to quality of life in older adults. Only 18% of aging adults who have impactful hearing loss actually use custom-fit amplification. Therefore, the majority of aging individuals entering senior living facilities will have untreated hearing loss. Older adults move to senior communities to mainta...
Source: Seminars in Hearing - May 17, 2017 Category: Audiology Authors: Palmer, Catherine V. Mulla, Reem Dervin, Elizabeth Coyan, Kathleen Costigan Tags: Review Article Source Type: research
Enhancing Communication in Adults with Dementia and Age-Related Hearing Loss
This article reviews alternative hearing care models that we have tested when working with older adults with cognitive impairments. We have found that some individuals show improvements in dementia-related problem behaviors and/or in measures of social engagement after brief aural rehabilitation interventions that provide non-custom amplification. We have developed simple training materials to help family and professional caregivers use communication strategies and non-custom amplification. Providing services that can be integrated into the person's broader dementia care has the potential to improve communication and quali...
Source: Seminars in Hearing - May 17, 2017 Category: Audiology Authors: Mamo, Sara K. Oh, Esther Lin, Frank R. Tags: Review Article Source Type: research
The Role of Audiology in an Outpatient Interdisciplinary Post-Trauma Clinic
This article describes an outpatient post-trauma clinic associated with a tertiary care hospital trauma unit that consolidates rehabilitation resources 2 weeks after inpatient discharge to help these patients on their path to recovery. The role of audiology in the interdisciplinary clinic is described and data related to services are presented. Some practical tips for implementation of audiologic services in this type of environment are provided. [...] Thieme Medical Publishers 333 Seventh Avenue, New York, NY 10001, USAArticle in Thieme eJournals: Table of contents | Abstract | Full text (Source: Seminars in Hearing)
Source: Seminars in Hearing - May 17, 2017 Category: Audiology Authors: Zitelli, Lori Palmer, Catherine V. Tags: Review Article Source Type: research
The Effect of Outpatient Interventional Audiology on Inpatient Audiology Services
This article addresses the impact of untreated hearing loss on health care in a hospital setting and shares how the implementation of interventional audiology in an outpatient clinic has impacted the inpatient audiology services provided at a large tertiary care hospital. A discussion of how these services can be further expanded is provided. [...] Thieme Medical Publishers 333 Seventh Avenue, New York, NY 10001, USAArticle in Thieme eJournals: Table of contents | Abstract | Full text (Source: Seminars in Hearing)
Source: Seminars in Hearing - May 17, 2017 Category: Audiology Authors: Zitelli, Lori Palmer, Catherine V. Tags: Review Article Source Type: research
Hearing and Health Outcomes: Recognizing and Addressing Hearing Loss in Hospitalized Older Adults
Semin Hear 2017; 38: 153-159 DOI: 10.1055/s-0037-1601570As age increases, the prevalence of hearing loss significantly increases, reaching up to 89% of those 80 years and older. Hearing loss in older patients is often unrecognized and its consequences are often underappreciated. Hearing loss can interfere with the ability to exchange important health information and to participate in health care decision-making. Hearing loss during hospitalization increases the risk of misdiagnosis. There is a lack of empirical data regarding prevalence and recognition of hearing loss in hospitalized older adults. In this article, we descr...
Source: Seminars in Hearing - May 17, 2017 Category: Audiology Authors: Mormer, Elaine Cipkala-Gaffin, Janet Bubb, Kelsi Neal, Kelly Tags: Review Article Source Type: research
Interventional Audiology: Moving from Concept to Clinical Practice
Semin Hear 2017; 38: 151-152 DOI: 10.1055/s-0037-1601569 Thieme Medical Publishers 333 Seventh Avenue, New York, NY 10001, USAArticle in Thieme eJournals: Table of contents | Full text (Source: Seminars in Hearing)
Source: Seminars in Hearing - May 17, 2017 Category: Audiology Authors: Taylor, Brian Tags: Preface Source Type: research
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Semin Hear 2017; 38: C1-C8 DOI: 10.1055/s-0037-1601855 Thieme Medical Publishers 333 Seventh Avenue, New York, NY 10001, USAArticle in Thieme eJournals: Table of contents | Full text (Source: Seminars in Hearing)
Source: Seminars in Hearing - May 17, 2017 Category: Audiology Tags: Continuing Education Self-Study Program Source Type: research
