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An innovation in insert visual reinforcement audiometry in children

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  16 March 2006

V Jayarajan ,
R Nandi  and
B Caldicott
V Jayarajan
Affiliation:
R Nandi
Affiliation:
B Caldicott
Affiliation:
Department of Electronic Medical Engineering, The Royal Surrey County Hospital, Guildford, UK
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Abstract

Visual reinforcement audiometry (VRA) is an important behavioural test of hearing in young children. The use of insert earphones during VRA provides a reliable method of obtaining ear- and frequency-specific data. Two testers are usually required for this procedure. The first tester operates the audiometer and other controls while the second tester distracts the child with various toys. The paper describes a technique of providing a visual cue to the second tester when a sound stimulus is introduced through the insert earphones.

Keywords

AudiometryChildReinforcement
Type
Brief Report
Information
The Journal of Laryngology & Otology , Volume 119 , Issue 2 , February 2005 , pp. 132 - 133
Copyright
© 2005 Royal Society of Medicine Press

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