USE 5 Keys to Communication Success by Dusty Ann Jesse, Au.D.
1. In what environment does the most common communication breakdown occur?
2. Based on the information you have learned; how would you describe your communication habits? (Minimum 1-2 paragraphs, use examples)
3. List 3 examples of situations in your life in which YOU can improve your communication.
Part II Question: How will you improve these situations? (1 paragraph per example)
4. Many patients with hearing loss have a very difficult time hearing in the car, what is the best seat in the car for someone with hearing loss?
5. If you are the driver in the car and your passenger has a hearing loss, what can you do to help with the communication barrier? (1 paragraph)
6. What is the most difficult environment for hearing aids to adapt to and why?
7. List 2 reasons why people with hearing loss have difficulties on the phone?
8. List two strategies people with hearing loss can use on the telephone?
9. Where should someone sit when attending a play/theater and why?
