vision and hearing screening

What Are Common Methods of Hearing Screening?

1. Otoacoustic Emissions (OAE): Used in newborns to check for hearing loss.
2. Auditory Brainstem Response (ABR): Also used in newborns, this test measures the hearing nerve’s response.
3. Pure Tone Audiometry: Appropriate for children aged 4 and older, this test uses different pitches and volumes to assess hearing.
4. Tympanometry: Evaluates the function of the middle ear, helpful in diagnosing conditions like otitis media.

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