1. Diagnostic process by 3 months of age
NATIONAL EHDI
2002

2. E H D I = 1 – 3 - 6
Timeline
Communication
Coordination

3. TIMELINE Screening 1st month of life 2 week cushion + Diagnostic
Scheduling availability
Diagnostic
3rd month of life
2nd evaluation

4. Communication Method of delivery Content Timing of delivery
The attitude of the deliverer

5. Content of information
Why screen
How to screen
Interpretation of results
Steps to diagnostics
Where to ask questions

6. Delivery method
Verbal
Written
Verbal and written

7. Timing of delivery Presence of competing activities
Presence of emotional or physical discomfort

8. Attitude of the deliverer
Compassion
Understanding
Patience

9. COORDINATION Diagnostic at 3 months Diagnostic Screening audiologist
agency
Diagnostic at 3 months
Medical Home
Parents or
Caregivers