The Use of Self-assessment Questionnaires for Validation of the Results in Hearing Aid Selection and Fitting Process

Rev. CEFAC. 2014 Nov-Dez; 16(6):1808-1818 Regardless the degree of hearing loss, any subject who reports hearing and communication difficulties should be considered as a potential candidate to use hearing aids3. The Hearing Aid – HA has the function of amplify sounds in a way that allows the subject to use their reminiscent hearing in an effective way3. Selection and fitting process of the HA should aim the decrease of activity limitations and participation restrictions, the effective use of the prosthesis itself and patient’s satisfaction4. In 2012, a study developed with elderly carriers of sensorineural hearing loss reported an improvement on life quality, more body balance and less preoccupation on falling, tinnitus decrease and self-confidence increase after the hearing aid fitting5. Among several questionnaires available for area professionals, the International Outcome Inventory for Hearing Aids (IOI-HA) is often used THE USE OF SELF-ASSESSMENT QUESTIONNAIRES FOR VALIDATION OF THE RESULTS IN HEARING AID SELECTION AND FITTING PROCESS