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Audiology Praxis Study Set 2022Assessment section Exam 2025 Questions and Answers State the purpose of audiological assessments in terms of the three aspects of hearing loss. Describe what the audiologist looks for in relation to each aspect. - -CORRECT ANSWER--The purpose of audiological assessment is to get quantitative and qualitative information on hearing loss in terms of the amount, the type, and the configuration. The amount of hearing loss is a quantitative measurement expressed in dB. It is tested using pure tones at frequencies between 500-4000Hz. the severity of hearing loss can be classified as Mild 20-40dB, moderate 41-60 dB, severe from 61-80 dB, and profound 81dB+ (levels vary). the type of loss is related to the location of damage in the auditory system. It is classified as conductive (outer or middle ear), sensorineural (cochlea, inner ear, auditory nerve), or mixed a combination of both. loss configuration is qualitative. determining the configuration of hearing loss involves distinguishing between bilateral and unilateral loss; symmetrical or asymmetrical loss; high frequency or low frequency; flat, sloping, or precipitous loss, progressive or sudden loss; and stable or fluctuating loss. ....COPYRIGHT ©️ 2025 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED...TRUSTED & VERIFIED 1