Competency information

Details

Document findings and results from a basic adult patient with hearing difficulties, using the relevant patient management system. Discuss and evaluate any changes to previous results.

Considerations

  • How to record information in a format that will enable further investigation.
  • Importance of language used, dependent upon to whom the report is sent.
  • How to collate and record results of assessments ready for the next action and treatment planning.
  • The information needed prior to investigations.
  • Next steps and possible treatment routes relating to hearing or balance disorders.

Relevant learning outcomes

# Outcome
# 4 Outcome Apply the fundamental principles of aural rehabilitation.
# 5 Outcome Assist in the assessment and management of routine audiological caseload, in particular adult rehabilitation.