Explaining an audiogram clearly
Translate technical results into language patients can understand without losing clinical accuracy.
Section 5
Clinical communication
A pathway for explaining results, counselling patients and turning clinical findings into clear, useful next steps.
Pathway preview
5.1
Explaining results
Patient-friendly audiogram language
5.2
Shared decisions
Options, uncertainty and preferences
5.3
Counselling
Expectations and listening goals
5.4
Safety-netting
Clear next steps
Pathway content
Section 5: Clinical communication
Available lessons can be opened now. Planned lessons remain visible so the structure of the pathway is clear.
Discussing options
Present management options, hearing-aid options and referral decisions in a balanced way.
Counselling and expectations
Support realistic expectations around hearing aids, adaptation, background noise and follow-up.