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Assisting Older Persons With Adjusting to Hearing Aids.
Kari R Lane1, M Kathleen Clark2
1University of Missouri, Columbia, USA University of Iowa College of Nursing, Iowa City, USA laneka@missouri.edu.
Clinical Nursing Research
|December 19, 2014
Summary
The Hearing Aid Reintroduction (HEAR) program helped older adults use hearing aids more and be more satisfied. This intervention shows promise for those who previously struggled with hearing aid adjustment.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Audiology
- Rehabilitation Science
Background:
- Many older adults struggle to adjust to hearing aids, leading to abandonment.
- Previous hearing aid use failure is a significant barrier for elderly individuals seeking auditory rehabilitation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the feasibility and initial impact of the Hearing Aid Reintroduction (HEAR) intervention.
- To improve hearing aid adoption and satisfaction in older adults aged 70-85 years.
Main Methods:
- A 30-day intervention study involving participants aged 70-85 years.
- The HEAR program was implemented to facilitate hearing aid adjustment.
Main Results:
- Hearing aid usage increased by 1-8 hours daily post-intervention.
- 50% of participants achieved at least 4 hours of daily hearing aid use.
- Overall hearing aid satisfaction significantly improved from 'not satisfied' to 'satisfied'.
Conclusions:
- The HEAR intervention is feasible for older adults experiencing hearing aid difficulties.
- HEAR shows potential to enhance hearing aid use and satisfaction in a significant number of older individuals.
- Further research with larger, diverse populations is necessary to confirm effectiveness and long-term sustainability.
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