Validation of the Arabic language version of the Audio Processor Satisfaction Questionnaire

Audio processors (AP) are the external components of hearing implants. User satisfaction with the performance and comfort of their AP is a critical factor in ensuring daily use, which leads to improved hearing outcomes. The aim of this study was to construct and validate an Arabic language translati...

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Published in:PloS one 2024-06, Vol.19 (6), p.e0303301
Main Authors: Alasmi, Abdulaziz, Saleh, Shaza, Anderson, Ilona, Abdelsamad, Yassin, Hagr, Abdulrahman
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:Audio processors (AP) are the external components of hearing implants. User satisfaction with the performance and comfort of their AP is a critical factor in ensuring daily use, which leads to improved hearing outcomes. The aim of this study was to construct and validate an Arabic language translation of the APSQ for use among Arabic-speaking clinicians and patients. The original APSQ was translated into the Arabic language using cross-cultural adaptation measures. The final questionnaire was administered to CI users in electronic form. High levels of satisfaction with audio processors were observed among CI users. Item and scale analyses indicate that this version of the APSQ measure a homogeneous and valid construct. The Arabic version of the APSQ captures user satisfaction with hearing implant audio processors.
ISSN:1932-6203
1932-6203
DOI:10.1371/journal.pone.0303301