HCA 220 medical te - Vision and hearing disorders can have an effect on lifespan development

Development Effects
Vision and hearing disorders can have an effect on lifespan development. Research the impacts of hearing or vision illnesses or disorders on lifespan development. Does the stage of development significantly alter the impact of the disorder on quality of life? Write a one page, general formatted paper on your findings and cite your sources.

Speech and Hearing Loss Research
Visit different websites that focus on speech and hearing loss support or education. What information can you find to help families with speech and hearing deficiencies? What websites did you find most useful? Could these websites be beneficial to staff members of an EENT (eye, ear, nose and throat) practice? Describe how these websites could help providers.

Geriatric Population
The population of geriatric patients is increasing as baby boomers age. Research how many patients will have vision or hearing disorders or impairments in the next few years. For example, has the number of glaucoma cases increased? How many hearing aids are sold annually? Find five statistics relating to vision and hearing impairment in the geriatric population. For each statistic identify three patient care techniques a MA (medical assistant) can provide a patient. Bring your notes to class to discuss.