Validation of the Arabic language version of the Audio Processor Satisfaction Questionnaire (APSQ) for hearing implant users

Abdulaziz Alasmi, Shaza Saleh, Ilona Anderson, Yassin Abdelsamad and Abdulrahman Hagr

PLOS ONE, 2024, vol. 19, issue 6, 1-10

Abstract: Objective: 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. Design: 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. Study sample: 117 CI users (64 female) participated. A total of 179 ears were assessed. Results: 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. Conclusion: The Arabic version of the APSQ captures user satisfaction with hearing implant audio processors.

Date: 2024
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