Management of hearing loss in infants and young children has evolved rapidly with the formation of universal newborn hearing screening and early intervention programs. This review describes the management process for children with hearing loss, including determining candidacy for amplification, selection of amplification devices, electroacoustic verification, and outcomes validation. The importance of a coordinated, evidence-based approach can help to ensure the best communication outcomes for children with hearing loss.
Keywords: Amplification candidacy; Children with hearing loss; Device selection; Hearing aid verification; Outcome validation.
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