OTIS Audiometry Simulation Software
Otis the virtual patient (from Innoforce.com) can be use to practice basic audiometry and tympanometry and masking. We use it in our classes as it is a great way of developing your skills in audiometry without having the pressure of the time or the client’s ability to focus, while getting used to the controls and techniques required. If you’re learning how to carry out masking, it is an invaluable learning and evaluation tool and your don’t need to rely on your supervisor to explain results.
Otis is a little bit like a real person, for example, your client can fall asleep if you take too long or shout if you present sounds that are too loud. You can view your otoscopy, history and tymp data as part of the assessment. There is reference data for masking and symbols. You have real time evaluation and assessment of your procedure as you do the audiometry – it tracks your accuracy, time and errors. You can also progress from easier audiograms, to more difficult cases.
For more information:
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You can purchase a student edition from the following links:
Otis – the virtual patient, Edition Student 6 month
Otis – the virtual patient, Edition Student 12 month
Otis – the virtual patient, Edition Student 24 month
Masking Support
See my masking post on rule 3.
See my masking in audiometry workbook here: Masking Examples Handout 2019
Impression-taking
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Otoscopy Images
Websites:
https://www.entbristol.co.uk/gp-education
http://www.hawkelibrary.com/ (Need Adobe Flash)