Early transition
(age 13–14) | AVP, audiologist, nurses, ±MDT (TOD, speech and language therapist, psychologist) |
Explain nature, degree and aetiology (where possible) of hearing loss to young person and parents/guardians Review hearing aids Define goals in each of the above competency areas Work through each area Agreement on each action taken Develop personal health record book/folder Discuss role of key worker Agree next appointment
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Middle transition
(age 15–16) | AVP, audiologist, nurses, ±MDT (TOD, speech and language therapist, psychologist) |
Review clinical progress Audiological assessment HA assessment Competency-based assessments Patient questionnaire Action plan based on above assessments Ensure patient knows the key worker Referral to transfer service discussed, and information leaflet given Visit the adult services if transfer is planned internally and if the young person wishes
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Transfer
(age 17–18) | AVP, audiologist, nurses, ±MDT (TOD, speech and language therapist, psychologist) |
Review clinical progress Audiological assessment Review role of key worker Visit the adult services if transfer is planned internally Summarise medical and audiological history if transfer is planned externally
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