An examination of clinical uptake factors for remote hearing aid support: a concept mapping study with audiologists

Authors

Danielle Glista, The University of Western OntarioFollow
Robin O’Hagan, The University of Western Ontario
Sheila Moodie, The University of Western OntarioFollow
Susan Scollie, The University of Western OntarioFollow

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

1-1-2020

Journal

International Journal of Audiology

URL with Digital Object Identifier

10.1080/14992027.2020.1795281

Abstract

© 2020 The Authors. Published by Informa UK Limited, trading as Taylor & Francis Group on behalf of British Society of Audiology, International Society of Audiology, and Nordic Audiological Society. Objective: To develop a conceptual framework around the factors that influence audiologists in the clinical uptake of remote follow-up hearing aid support services. Design: A purposive sample of 42 audiologists, stratified according to client-focus of either paediatric or adult, were recruited from professional associations in Ontario, Canada, as members of the six-step, participatory-based concept mapping process. Analyses included multidimensional scaling and hierarchical cluster analysis. Results: Six main themes emerged from this research according to overall level of importance: (1) technology and infrastructure; (2) audiologist-centred considerations; (3) hearing healthcare regulations; (4) client-centred considerations; (5) clinical implementation considerations; and (6) financial considerations. Subthemes were identified at the group-level and by subgroup. These highlight the importance of TECH factors (accessible Technology, Easy to use, robust Connection, and Help available), as well as the multi-faceted nature of the perceived attitudes/aptitudes across stakeholders. Conclusion: Findings can be utilised in tailored planning and development efforts to support future research, knowledge dissemination, best-practice protocol/guideline development, and related training to assist in the clinical uptake of remote follow-up hearing aid support services, across variable practice contexts.

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Citation of this paper:

Danielle Glista, Robin O’Hagan, Sheila Moodie & Susan Scollie (2020) An examination of clinical uptake factors for remote hearing aid support: a concept mapping study with audiologists, International Journal of Audiology, DOI: 10.1080/14992027.2020.1795281