...July 10, 2013 Extra Credit #1 The article that I read is called “A hearing aid that cuts out all the clutter” by John Tierney. The most interesting in the article for me is the loop itself. I actually never heard of it until today. It amazes me what new technology can now do these days. I did not know that the loop could be installed in public places such as the airport. It’s great that most places are working on accommodating people with hearing trouble. I liked when Janice Schacter Lintz said that it’s considered giving great customer service. I wonder if the loop is now being developed in San Francisco as well. When I read this article it reminded me of the film we watched about ADHD. I’ am sure that I can find something that has more relation to this article later on when we start discussing the older stages in class. For now I think the most relation between the article and film is having a disability that is not visible and people in the community needs to be aware. We need to be able to join hands and give support. In the film we watched in class the school helped David by assisting him with homework. Also, in the article the whole communities are installing the loop to further accommodate people with hearing loss so that they don’t need to feel ashamed and feel normal. I believe that this article could apply to me personally because I have elderly relatives who are hard of hearing and most of the time they need someone to go with them when they travel....
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...Communication and interpersonal interaction * Staff training * Assessment of needs * Promoting rights * Confidentiality * Defusing aggression * Appropriate verbal/ non- verbal communication * Building relationships * Appropriate environment * Attitude and confidence Defusing aggression – a way to defuse aggression is by using assertion. Assertion is when a person can control their emotions that make them run away or fight back. To be assertive you would need to learn how to relax and stay calm in a tough situation. By building a relationship with a patient, a nurse could calm down a patient since she knows a lot about the patient therefore, he/she will know how to calm down the patient. A nurse would use non- verbal communication to calm down a patient also she would use verbal communication to speak with the patient and ask him/her what’s wrong. Assessment of needs – This will allow the nurses and the doctors to know what is best for the patient and how to deliver the best quality care. This strategy will make sure that the patient receives all the help that he needs and that the nurses know how to deliver the help. For example, if a patient cannot speak for some reason, the nurse could check the patients needs assessment and make sure that he is getting everything that he needs. For example, medicine. Confidentiality – This strategy is will allow the patient to feel more comfortable knowing that the nurses or the doctors won’t...
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...Hearing Impaired Patients Paula Inman NUR 440 October 10th, 2011 Priscilla Aylesworth Hearing Impaired Patients Hearing loss is a common health issue that affects 10% of the work population as indicated by many international studies” (Bento & Penteado, 2010, pg 64). According to Healthy People 2020 three out of every 1,000 babies are born with hearing loss (HealthyPeople.gov, n.d.). As we age hearing loss is caused by colds, earaches, medications, head trauma, and the aging process. At Illinois Valley Hospice most of our patients are elderly, and we wanted to see how we can help the hearing impaired patient feel comfortable in their surroundings even if they have difficulty hearing. The Sample Group We took a three-month sample of our patient. In total we served 57 patients ranging from 44 to 99 years old. Thirty of the patients had no hearing impairment, 19 had mild impairment, five had moderate and three had severe. In hospice, patients get to the point where they no longer respond, but research shows that hearing is the last sense to leave as they are dying. The hospice staff noted the different ways each patient was could communicate. With the mild and moderate hearing impaired patients the staff just needed to talk loudly and look directly at the patient so they had the opportunity to read lips. It was more difficult communicating with the severe hearing impaired. Staff noted that they needed to make sure the patient had their hearing aids in; staff would...
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...Children who are deaf or hard of hearing (D/HoH) experience unique challenges in public school settings. They often face academic and social obstacles that their normal hearing peers do not encounter. D/HoH adolescents especially tend to have less positive notions about themselves. Often they feel isolation and alienation from peers in inclusive classrooms because of the language barrier. Due to this, social interactions that could foster feelings of belonging and friendship with hearing peers are limited. During adolescent, children tend to shift their allegiance from their family to their peers. Peers provide them with social support and validate their self-worth. The D/HoH student who is unable to establish positive social interactions will most likely have trouble with his or her self-esteem, self-concept, and the ability to self-advocate. Audiologists can provide personal adjustment counseling to their clients who are dealing with the social and psychological adolescent developmental issues such as self-esteem, self-concept, and self-advocacy (Rall & Montoya, n.d.). History of Deaf Education in America The education for Deaf children in America primarily consisted of private tutoring or schooling in Europe in the early eighteenth-century. European schools used the oral method, which made use of speech, lip-reading, and written language to facilitate learning. They also used the manual method that used signs and writing. Thomas Hopkins Gallaudet visited the...
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...MUSIC INDUCED HEARING LOSS: IMPROVING LISTENING HABITS INTRODUCTION It is now a norm in Singapore to see young individuals listen to music through their earphones or headphones in many of their typical day to day activities. Technological advances in audio devices have improved its sound quality and battery life thereby influencing more people to purchase such devices. Though it is generally regarded as a socially acceptable behaviour, detrimental effects will arise to the individual once there is abuse of audio volume in these devices. Unbeknownst to these teenagers, their exposure to music is condemning their ears to harmful levels of sound which will result in irreversible music induced hearing loss. Music induced hearing loss by definition is the disorder in which a person has been exposed to high levels of music over a prolonged period of time (HealthBridges info, 2011). Data from Changi General Hospital states that in recent years, hearing loss cases amongst younger generations in Singapore have doubled (Ng, 2010). The higher incidence of hearing loss in the population stems from a combination of prolonged usage of audio devices at high levels which will deteriorate hearing ability over time (Faloon, 2010). Hence it is imperative that public ignorance be rectified as the problem will exacerbate if it remains unaddressed. Given the effectiveness of social media in Singapore and the relative ease of highlighting Singapore’s health issues to the level of public debate...
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...------------------------------------------------- Learning Culture and Training at Sahali Professional Hearing Services ------------------------------------------------- Abstract Discovering Learning Assignment for HRMN 4840_01 Table of Contents Introduction p.3 Learning Style p.3 Learning Organization p.5 Motivation p.7 Training Needs Analysis p.8 Recommendations p.10 Conclusion p.11 References p.12 Introduction The CEO of Sahali Professional Hearing Services (SPHS), located in Kamloops, British Columbia has hired me to work with their company as a learning consultant and a trainer. Their business is a hearing practice with the purpose of providing the highest standard of care and most innovative technology to their patients as they guide their patients through the process from hearing loss to hearing (Sahali Professional Hearing Services, 2013). I am personally interested in the hearing practice industry because of a close friend who has profound hearing loss and has always found it difficult to find an audiologist trained well enough to understand his needs and wants, and program a hearing aid to a satisfactory level. I am interested in SPHS because their website shows they understand the important roll training plays in being able to uniquely help and understand their clients. Learning Style Based on the Kolb model, my learning style is converging (McLeod, 2010), and the Vark...
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...The new president of an old established company is facing a problem. The company is currently unprofitable and is, in the president’s opinion, operating inefficiently. The company sells a wide line of equipment and supplies to the dairy industry. Some items it manufactures and many it wholesales to dairies, creameries, and similar plants. Because the industry is changing in several ways survival will be more difficult in the future. In particular, many equipment companies are bypassing the wholesalers and selling directly to dairies. In addition, many of the independent dairies are being taken over by large food chains. What research questions must be asked to help the new president make the right decisions? The President’s first step should be to conduct a self assessment analysis on the company to determine if there are deficiencies are and if so what is causing them. This would include, yet is not limited to meetings with management, reviewing documentation, assessing staff files, and observations of processes. He needs to research to find out whether it is caused by internal production problems, poor organization, ineffective cost controls, or possibly a weak sales management. He should look for signs of process inefficiency by asking if there are long wait times or large work backlogs. He should also, look for underutilized functions and areas that go for long periods without work Another thing the new President should do is interview key process contributors (management...
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...The purpose of this assignment is to reflect on my own experience of integrating a deaf child into a mainstream school. To explore how other learning disabilities can be identified, to develop a general strategy and establish good teaching practice when working with children that have hearing difficulties. To understand the importance of early identification of partial deafness whilst understanding the implications of having a hearing disability in relation to peers and child interaction. The primary school I currently work at is situated within a council estate on the outskirts of Liverpool. The majority of the children enrolled at the school come from low income families and of mainly white race. I had been working as a higher level teaching assistant in year 1 for just over 2 years, when myself and Mrs Clarke (class teacher) were informed that a new pupil would be joining the class in 2 months time. At first, I felt excited that a new child would be joining the class but that excitement quickly diminished as I was told that the child was in fact deaf. I felt immediately nervous and full of anxiety, I pondered on how I could possibly teach a deaf child as I would not know where to begin. I felt incompetent and began to question whether I would be capable to take on such a responsibility. I was unaware about the different aspects of deafness and felt tense about how I could make a deaf child understand my teaching. #I learned that Daisy, aged 6, was born with...
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...Real Ear Measurements….Do I Need This? Absolutely. If you currently wear hearing aids or are thinking about getting them, you need to know about Real Ear Measurements (REM). It is the main difference between being happy with your hearing aids or still struggling to hear the people and sounds you love. The size and shape of each person’s ear canal is unique to them, like a fingerprint. Recognized as part of the “Gold Standard” of Hearing Care, Real Ear Measurements use a probe tube and a data driven method to confirm that the hearing aid matches the unique “fingerprint” of each person’s ear. It takes extra time, but doing it the right way assures the patient that their hearing aids are delivering maximum benefits, without being too loud...
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...Students entering the field of speech-language pathology or audiology recognize the rigorous academic coursework required to complete the degree. They are aware of the time, effort and dedication it will take to become certified professionals. Clinical practicum requirements, internship placements and comprehensive exams are at the forefront of their concerns. Conversely, professional issues including ethics and workplace dilemmas seem to be the least of their worries. Beginning clinicians may enter the workforce assuming all professionals adhere to ethical standards. They may think "workplace dilemmas" are simply fabricated scenarios they will never encounter. Unfortunately, the dynamic and evolving scope of the professions of speech-language pathology and audiology can present unforeseen challenges in the workplace, especially for beginning clinicians. However, with the proper education and training, students can enter the workforce prepared to handle any conflict that may compromise their ethicality. In order to demonstrate how to resolve ethical dilemmas occurring in the workplace, two scenarios involving support personnel, prescription and misrepresentation will be discussed in further detail. The first scenario involves the administrator of an outpatient rehabilitation clinic. She is requiring a certified speech-language pathologist (SLP) to supervise a speech-language pathology assistant (SLPA). While supervising a session, the SLP notices the SLPA performing a diagnostic...
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...helping her to understand her personality. Classes for her were very large lecture halls and medium sized labs of roughly thirty people. She preferred the smaller classes because they gave her more hands on opportunities and one-on-one time. Her favorite class was Intro to Audiology. In this class, she learned the basic testings of audiology. She enjoyed this class the most because it provided her with a lot of hands on activities which helped her learn and grasp the topics. The hardest class to her was Anatomy. The concepts were extremely hard to grasp and they were very hard to grasp due to being extremely detailed. She stated the class was also hard because she had to memorize a vast number of vocabulary words and processes that the body carried out. Skills that are needed for this major are things like interpersonal skills to be able to connect with individuals, dedication, counselling skills to help understand individuals, and the ability to get involved. If someone does not want to participate in activities or is an introvert, this major may not be for them because they have to work with people. Jennifer is planning to go to graduate school after she graduates from Purdue. She plans to study Audiology while she is there. Students in this major need to go to graduate school because they need a deeper understanding of people and the issues at hand. Some jobs and careers that can be used with this major is a speech therapist and an audiologist. Experiences that Jennifer has...
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...Culture at Tennessee State University Observing the unique culture of Tennessee State University. Founded in 1912, Tennessee State University (TSU) is a comprehensive, urban, coeducational, land-grant institution. There are currently two locations. There is the 500-acre main campus that nestles in a beautiful residential neighborhood along the Cumberland River, and the downtown Avon Williams campus that sits near the center of Nashville’s business and government district. There are many students that come from all across the country. These students bring many different cultures that make Tennessee State what it is today. In 1909, the Tennessee State General Assembly created three normal schools, including the Agricultural and Industrial Normal School, which would grow to become TSU. The first 247 students began their academic careers on June 19, 1912, and William Jasper Hale served as head of the school. Students, faculty, and staff worked together as a family to keep the institution operating, whether the activity demanded clearing rocks, harvesting crops, or carrying chairs from class to class. The school gained the capacity to grant bachelor’s degrees in 1922, reflecting its new status as a four-year teachers’ college. By 1924, the college became known as the Agricultural and Industrial State Normal College and the first degrees were awarded. In 1927, “Normal” was dropped from the name. Throughout the 1920s and 1930s, the college grew in scope and stature under...
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...I quietly told the audiologist what he had actually said and was loudly and erroneously ‘corrected’ by the interpreter who asked if I had a qualification in Auslan or only Audiology. I have neither. The audiologist asked me to complete an AB word lists for both his ears. Our patient had a profound hearing loss and was non-oral, unable to communicate using orally. I sought clarification on this and was told ‘yes’, he still had to complete this. He was asked to imitate the sounds after reminding the audiologist he could not produce nor understand...
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...Haverstraw Collaborative Meeting of April 06, 2016 37 members and guests in attendance: Vanessa Lopez , Tim Sanders, Tanya Soto & Annmarie Guidice (Haverstraw Center), Steven Lopez (HACSO), Alexander Drab (planned Parenthood), Pat Rajla, Anne Carey-Lolorado(HLZ), Ghery Chery (RCADD), Jenny Guzman (Center for Safety and Change), Jody Addeo (Alzheimers Association), Charles Maze (YMCA), Shari Stopler (RCDOH), Kim Gizzi (RCYB), Jacqui Lunchich (Rockland Boces), Susan Filgueras (Habitat for Humanity), Doris Suarez (Centro de Amigos SADC), Dana Treacy (United Way), Lacey Benjamin (Mid Hudson PRC), Kevin Brown (RCDSS), Rubina Vij (Jawonio), Annie Scott (CANDLE), Rosa Morales (Affinity), Rebecca Chandler (HRHCARE), Dina Nejman (Haverstraw Place), Kathy Galione (Youth Bureau/Cons. Corps), Cheryl Hunter-Grant(LHVPN), John Aramim (Rockland Career Ctr), Deborah Studnitzer(RTC Institute), Daniel Santana(Fidelis Care), Betsy Rodman (Cornell Coop Ext), Ron Figueroa (RCDSS), Delilah Velez ( Evercare Choice), Martha Robles (CCCSR), Alejandra Silva-Exias (Legal Aid Society of Rockland), Dwindell Feeley (BBBS Rockland) Susan Ball (RSVP), Claudia Depkin (HKDPL), Sr. Marie Buckley (Hospice of Rockland) Inspiration for the day was a reading prepared- “Thought for April” and was shared by the group. Minutes from March were read and accepted by members. Presentation- Doris Suarez – Centro De Amigos- Overview This Social Adult Day Center will be opening at 91 Broadway, Haverstraw...
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...香港大学 网申链接 http://www.als.hku.hk/admission/tpg/welcome.htm 网申账号登录链接 https://sweb.hku.hk/tola/servlet/CreateUserScreen/loginForm 课程链接 http://www.als.hku.hk/admission/tpg/prospectus/2015/faculties_index.html 各个专业课程信息以及联系方式 http://www.als.hku.hk/admission/tpg/prospectus/2015/downloadable_application.html application fees:300hkd 专业： 工程学院 MSc in Computer Science 计算机科学 http://www.cs.hku.hk/msc/home/director_message.html MSc in Electronic Commerce and Internet Computing 电商 http://www.ecom-icom.hku.hk/home/welcome.asp MSc （Engineering） Building Services Engineering 屋宇设备工程／建筑设备工程 http://www.mech.hku.hk/bse/ MSc(Eng) in Environmental Engineering 环境工程 in Geotechnical Engineering 土木工程 in Infrastructure Project Management 基础设施项目管理 in Structural Engineering 结构工程 in Transportation Engineering 交通运输工程 http://www.als.hku.hk/admission/tpg/prospectus/2015/faculties_engineering_taught_mse_ee.html MSc(Eng) in Electrical and Electronic Engineering(Three Streams) EE 电子电气工程 http://www.eee.hku.hk/study/postgrad_overview.html MSc(Eng) in Energy Engineering 能源工程 http://www.eee.hku.hk/study/postgrad_overview.html MSc(Eng) in Industrial Engineering and Logistics Management 供应链物流管理 http://www.als.hku.hk/admission/tpg/prospectus/2015/faculties_engineering_taught_mse_ielm.html MSc in Mechanical Engineering 机械工程 http://www.mech.hku.hk 理学院 MSc in Environmental Management 环境管理 http://www.scifac.hku.hk/science/prospectives/pg/coursework/envmgt/index...
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