The Role of Nurses in Patient Education for Hearing Aids for Elderlies

  • Wafa Aburahman Nafe Alraweli et al.
Keywords: Nurses, Patient education, Hearing aids, Audiologists, Quality of life, Device adaptation, Ongoing support, Communication, Health care providers, Patient engagement.

Abstract

Nurses play a crucial role in patient education regarding hearing aids, serving as primary health care providers who bridge the gap between audiologists and patients. They are often the first point of contact for individuals with hearing impairments and are essential in assessing patients’ needs, explaining the benefits of hearing aids, and guiding them through the selection process. Nurses provide vital information about the different types of hearing aids, their features, and how they can improve patients' quality of life. By offering personalized education and support, nurses empower patients to make informed decisions about their hearing health, fostering greater engagement and adherence to recommended treatments. In addition to initial education, nurses also play a significant role in the ongoing support and follow-up care for patients with hearing aids. They help monitor the patients’ adaptation to the devices, troubleshoot common issues, and reinforce the importance of regular check-ups with audiologists. Through effective communication and empathetic care, nurses can address patient concerns, reduce anxiety, and enhance overall satisfaction with hearing aids. This continued involvement not only improves patients' comfort and effectiveness with their devices but also reinforces the essential partnership between health care providers and patients in managing hearing loss.

Author Biography

Wafa Aburahman Nafe Alraweli et al.

Wafa Aburahman Nafe Alraweli¹, Zanufah Muaysir Jamaan Alruwaili², Fatimah Mohammed L Alghutayghit³, Hoda Khader T Alenezi⁴, Foz Mutairan H Al Tarfawi⁵, Rasmiah Nasser S Al Saiari⁶, Alanzi Kholod Theyab A⁷, Mona Modhi Khamis Alenzi⁸, Reham Lafi R Alruwaili⁹, Taghreed Mohammed Alharbi¹⁰

1-Nursing technician, Specialized Dental Center, Al Qurayyat, Saudi Arabia
2-Nursing Specialist, Suwair General Hospital, Skaka Al Jouf - Suwair, Saudi Arabia
3-Nursing Technician, Al Jouf Health Cluster - Al Jouf Specialized Dental Center, Saudi Arabia
4-Nursing Technician, The Northern Borders Health Cluster, Arar, Saudi Arabia;
5-Nursing Technician, Turaif General Hospital, Northern Borders Region, Saudi Arabia
6-Specialist-Nursing, Maternity and Children Hospital, Northern Borders Region - Arar, Saudi Arabia
7-Specialist-Nursing, Northern Borders Health Cluster - Arar, Northern Borders Region, Saudi Arabia
8-Technician Nursing, Maternity and Children Hospital - Arar, Northern Borders Region, Saudi Arabia
9-Nursing technician, Endocrinology and Diabetes Center - Qurayyat, Al Jouf Region, Saudi Arabia
10-Nursing Specialist, King Khalid Hospital - Tabuk, Tabuk Region, Saudi Arabia.

Published
2024-02-04
Issue
Vol 2023 No Issue 3 (2023)
Section
Regular Issue
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