HEARING AID EFFECTIVENESS SELF TEST
Do Your Hearing Aids Measure Up?
With my hearing aids on: Never Sometimes Usually Always
1) I understand speech well in a quiet room 0 2 4 6
2) I understand speech well in a noisy room 0 2 4 6
3) I understand well in a noisy restaurant 0 2 4 6
4) I understand well on the telephone 0 2 4 6
5) I understand better with my hearing aids on 0 2 4 6
6) My hearing aids seem to soften loud sounds 0 2 4 6
7) Running water seems natural to me 0 2 4 6
8) Shattering Glass would make me jump 6 4 2 0
9) Sudden loud sounds hurt my ears 6 4 2 0
10) I hear the phone when it rings 0 2 4 6
11) I understand small children easily 0 2 4 6
12) I ask people to repeat themselves often 6 4 2 0
13) I have trouble when 2 or 3 people are talking 6 4 2 0
14) I understand sermons at church easily 0 2 4 6
15) My family complains that TV is too loud 6 4 2 0
16) I stay home at times because of my hearing 6 4 2 0
17) I can understand well riding in the car 0 2 4 6
18) People often seem to be mumbling 6 4 2 0
19) My hearing aids sound very natural 0 2 4 6
20) My hearing aids whistle easily 6 4 2 0
21) I forget that I have hearing aids in 0 2 4 6
22) I tell other people hearing aids are great 0 2 4 6

Add up your total circled numbers in each column: _____  _____ _____ ______

Add together your column totals for your grand total test score: ________

If your grand total is 125 or greater, you are well above average in hearing aid satisfaction. Pat yourself on the back and send the person who fit you a thank you note!

If your total is between 92 and 124, you are above average in hearing aid satisfaction. You may be able to obtain some improvement with new technology. You should consult with your dispensor about possible upgrades.

If your total is between 66 and 91, you are experiencing average hearing aid results. You definitely should look into upgrading your hearing aids. You can hear better than that! Call and get an appointment today for a reevaluation!

If your total is below 66, you are suffering unnecessarily!
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