A validation study of the Hearing Measurement Scale.
The Hearing Measurement Scale was administered to 88 adults of employment age with severe to profound sensorineural hearing losses. A factor analysis of the scale confirms its overall validity with a few minor exceptions. A modified form of the scale is suggested for use with adults with severe to profound hearing impairment.
D000328:Adult; D003142:Communication; D005163:Factor Analysis, Statistical; D005260:Female; D006319:Hearing Loss, Sensorineural / Q000175:diagnosis*; D006801:Humans; D007398:Interpersonal Relations; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D012647:Self-Assessment