Fundamentals of Audiology for the Speech-Language Pathologist, 2nd Edition

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Fundamentals of Audiology for the Speech-Language Pathologist, Second Edition is specifically written to provide the speech language pathologist with a knowledge base to work with individuals who are hard of hearing, deaf and diagnosed with (central) auditory processing disorder. Serving as a guide to the management of hearing loss, this unique resource presents basic audiological concepts in a clear, concise, easy to understand format, eliminating extensive technical jargon. This comprehensive text covers various types and degrees of hearing loss and the resulting auditory, speech, and language difficulties. Moving away from an exclusively diagnostic format of audiology practices, this text also focuses on the rehabilitative aspects of hearing loss.

Unlike other texts, Fundamentals of Audiology for the Speech-Language Pathologist, Second Edition presents detailed information on all audiometric testing procedures and how to read and interpret audiometric results. The text covers programmatic planning from early intervention through geriatrics while also providing a thorough review of normal hearing development from birth through eight years of age.

Each chapter of Fundamentals of Audiology for the Speech-Language Pathologist, Second Edition is organized into these helpful sections: What You Need to Know, How it Works, Technically Speaking, Methodologies. This approach breaks down each concept in a way that facilitates student comprehension and retention. The Second Edition also includes Navigate 2 Advantage Access, featuring interactive resources such as robust animations, and videos.

SECOND EDITION UPDATES
NEW chapter on Audiological Diagnoses, Etiologies, and Treatment Considerations
NEW chapter on Audiological Screening, including instructions for young children and difficult to test populations
Expanded coverage of Hearing Aids and Cochlear Implants
NEW chapter on Literacy in Children with Hearing Impairments
Inclusion of programmatic planning strategies for early intervention, school-aged children, and auditory processing disorders
Expanded selection of videos and online resources

Applicable Courses
Audiology
Audiology for Speech-Language Pathologists
Audiologic Rehabilitation
Aural Rehabiliation
Fundamentals of Audiology

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: The Speech-Language Pathologist in Audiology Services: An Interprofessional Collaboration
Chapter 2: Sound and the Ear
Chapter 3: Case History Assessment and the Process of Differential Diagnosis
Chapter 4: Pure Tone Audiometry and Masking
Chapter 5: Speech Audiometry
Chapter 6: Otoscopy and the Middle Ear Test Battery
Chapter 7: Beyond the Basics
Chapter 8: Navigating the Audiogram
Chapter 9: Audiogram Interpretation
Chapter 10: Audiological Diagnoses, Etiologies, and Treatment Considerations
Chapter 11: Audiologic Screening
Chapter 12: Hearing Aids and Cochlear Implants
Chapter 13: Hearing Assistance Technology for Children and Adults
Chapter 14: Laws, Standards, and Guidelines
Chapter 15: Understanding Auditory Development and the Child with Hearing Loss
Chapter 16: Addressing Hearing Loss in the Early Intervention Years
Chapter 17: Audiology Services in the School System
Chapter 18: Literacy in Children with Hearing Loss: Considerations for Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists
Chapter 19: Diagnosis and Treatment of Auditory Processing Disorders: A Collaborative Approach
Chapter 20: Acute, Subacute, and Nursing Home/Long-Term Care Facilities