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Introduction to Audiology Today is a contemporary and clinically oriented review of information traditionally found in an introductory audiology book used by undergraduate students. An up-to-date introduction to the profession of audiology, Introduction to Audiology Today is written to stimulate the student's interest and excitement in audiology or speech-language pathology as a career choice. Chapters on hearing science covering essential information about sound and auditory anatomy/physiology include helpful figures and readable explanations of recent research findings. Current behavioral and objective procedures and strategies for hearing assessment of children and adults are described and consistently related to clinical audiology practice. Two chapters are devoted to a readable and up-to-date review of the diverse etiologies underlying peripheral and central auditory dysfunction, including auditory neuropathy spectrum disorder and auditory processing disorders. The final section of the book introduces students to the various technologies and techniques now available for effective management of hearing loss and related disorders such as tinnitus, hyperacusis, and vestibular disorders. The text is enhanced with an assortment of high quality digital photographs illustrating the tools and technologies used by audiologists in clinical practice. This First Edition:
- Encourages readers to grapple with the concepts and ideas of the audiology profession. The book incorporates discussions of the latest advances in hearing science and clinical practice.
- Promotes successful application of concepts. Clinical Connections relate the material to the assessment and management of hearing loss in children and adults
- Stimulates deep reflection and application of learning. The book features many figures and original high quality digital photographs to further explain and enhance the written text.
- Provides expertise from the field. The author is an experienced and licensed audiologist who regularly provides services to pediatric and adult patients in varied clinical settings. The Leaders & Luminaries showcases other audiology experts.
- Frames the concepts. Each chapter begins with a concise Chapter Focus that orients the student to topics covered in the chapter.
- Explores further content. WebWatch feature highlights Internet sources of current information on the topic(s) covered in the chapter, including videos showing hearing tests or treatments.
- Enables self-assessment of learning. Each chapter ends with a Pulling it All Together feature summarizing topics that were covered in the chapter.
- Highlights rationale and trends. Book covers how audiologists assess hearing and manage hearing loss and also emphasizes the reason for the diagnostic and rehabilitative procedures and strategies.
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- Title Introduction to Audiology Today
- Author James Hall
- Binding Paperback
- Edition [ Edition: first
- Pages 608
- Volumes 1
- Language ENG
- Publisher Pearson
- Publication date 2013-06-28
- Illustrated Yes
- Features Bibliography, Glossary, Illustrated, Index, Table of Contents, Textbook
- ISBN 9780205569236 / 0205569234
- Weight 2.02 lbs (0.92 kg)
- Dimensions 9.9 x 8 x 0.6 in (25.15 x 20.32 x 1.52 cm)
- Category Medical / Nursing
- Library of Congress subjects Audiology, Hearing - physiology
- Library of Congress Catalogue Number 2013015368
- Dewey Decimal Code 617.807
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