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When to follow up
Early follow up is advised at two weeks and two months to support a person to adjust to their hearing aids and gain maximum benefit. Reassessment is recommended every two years for adults.
Follow up location
Follow up may take place:
- Remotely by phone or video call; or
- In person.
In person follow up
Generally, the decision on remote or in person follow up is based on what is most suitable for the person’s situation. However, some follow up appointments must be done in person. For example, reassessment appointments.
Why do follow up?
Follow up for hearing aids will help you find out if the:
- Hearing aids are meeting the person’s needs
- Hearing aids need repair or replacing
- Hearing aids still fit well
- Person needs any problem solving for safe and correct use.
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Hearing aid problems can be caused by:
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b፣ c እና d ከመረጡ ትክክል ነዎት!
Teach a person how to clean and use their hearing aids correctly to avoid problems.
a is incorrect.
Being embarrassed about wearing hearing aids does not cause a hearing aid problem. However, it will affect how much a person benefits from using hearing aids. Always explain the benefits of using hearing aids.
What to check during follow up
Check if hearing aids are meeting the person’s needs
Ask questions to find out if the person is benefitting from their hearing aids in their daily life.
Check the condition of the hearing aid
Check each hearing aid to see if anything is dirty or damaged.
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Read on to learn more about hearing aid maintenance and repairs.
Check hearing aid fit
Check each hearing aid is:
- Comfortable in the person’s ear canal
- Resting comfortably on the back of the person’s ear.
Problem solve
If the person has any difficulty with their hearing aids, check the problem solving table to find a solution together.
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Use the information collected to decide with the person if:
- Further teaching/problem solving is needed
- Current hearing aids need repair or replacement
- Different hearing aids are needed If yes, can they be provided locally or is referral needed?
- Referral to an ear and hearing professional is needed.
Book the next follow up appointment.