Williams D M
J Otolaryngol. 1980 Dec;9(6):517-23.
Over an 18 month period a native technician in the James Bay area was selected, trained, and supervised in the execution of certain audiological functions including record keeping, basic testing, hearing aid "trouble shooting", taking of impressions for moulds, and follow-up. The evidence indicates that this is an effective program which can supplement the occasional services of otolaryngologists and audiologists in the James Bay area. In particular, language barriers are overcome, there is continuity of care, and there is some indication of cost benefit. Recommendations are made for the continuance and possible expansion of this type of service.
在18个月的时间里，我们挑选了一名来自詹姆斯湾地区的当地技术人员，对其进行了培训，并在执行某些听力学功能方面进行了监督，这些功能包括记录保存、基本测试、助听器“故障排除”、取耳模印模以及随访。证据表明，这是一个有效的项目，可以补充詹姆斯湾地区耳鼻喉科医生和听力学家偶尔提供的服务。特别是，语言障碍得以克服，护理具有连续性，并且有一些成本效益的迹象。我们建议继续开展此类服务并可能进行扩展。
