Extending the IOI to significant others and to non-hearing-aid-based interventions.
Two extensions of the International Outcome Inventory for Hearing Aids are described: the first is designed for the significant other (SO) (IOI-HA-SO), and the second for alternative interventions for hearing difficulties (IOI-AI). A feature of the IOI-HA-SO is that several items are modified to inquire about effects of the partner's hearing loss on the SO. The IOI-AI is designed to cover effects of use of listening aids other than personally worn hearing aids, use of hearing tactics, and aural surgery.
Noble
William
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School of Psychology, University of New England, Armidale, Australia. wnoble@metz.une.edu.au
D003142:Communication; D012048:Correction of Hearing Impairment; D006801:Humans; D007398:Interpersonal Relations; D018454:Spouses; D011795:Surveys and Questionnaires; D016896:Treatment Outcome