Eye on the elderly. Screening for hearing loss, risk of falls: a hassle-free approach

Johnson, C.E.; Newman, C.W.; Danhauer, J.L.; Williams, V.A.; Johnson, C.E; Newman, C.W; Danhauer, J.L; Williams, V.A

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Eye on the elderly. Screening for hearing loss, risk of falls: a hassle-free approach

Johnson, C.E.; Newman, C.W.; Danhauer, J.L.; Williams, V.A.

Journal of Family Practice 58(9): 471-477

2009

ISSN/ISBN: 1533-7294

PMID: 19744414

Document Number: 630021

Simply asking elderly patients whether they have trouble hearing is an effective start to screening for hearing loss. Refer elderly patients with suspected hearing impairment for audiologic diagnosis and nonmedical rehabilitation treatment, including hearing aids. To assess a patient's risk of falling, review gait, balance disorders, weakness, environmental hazards, and medications.