Advanced Audiology

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Pre-requisites: AUDI 7118. In this course, the theoretical and clinical bases of the differential diagnosis of auditory disorders will be discussed. The main objective of the course is for students to learn the theoretical basis of masking, as well as, to master the masking decision process. The concept of test battery and crosscheck principles will be applied in clinical case studies. Control and prevention of disease transmission in the clinical scenario will be analyzed and cerumen management clinical protocols will be presented. Interview techniques, cultural diversity as it applies to patient management, clinical report writing, client record management and HIPPA regulations will also be addressed. Demonstrations and hands on experience will be provided in the Laboratory of Advance Audiology course. AUDI 7127 - Laboratory of Advanced Audiology. One (1) credit. Pre-requisites: AUDI 7115, AUDI 7118. Co- requisites: AUDI 7126. This laboratory complements the knowledge acquired in the Advanced Audiology course. Clinical protocols in universal precautions will be adapted for use in a clinical setting.