The Word Recognition Score (WRS) uses which type of word lists?

The Word Recognition Score (WRS) specifically utilizes standardized word lists such as the NU-6 and W-22, which are designed to evaluate a person's ability to recognize and repeat words presented at a comfortable listening level. These lists are constructed with common phonetic structures and are used to yield a percent-correct score that quantifies speech understanding in a controlled environment.

By using these structured word lists, audiologists can assess the clarity of hearing aids and determine how well an individual can comprehend speech. The aim is to provide an accurate measure of hearing performance that can help in making informed decisions regarding hearing aid fitting and adjustments.

The use of percent-correct scoring provides a straightforward way to compare the effectiveness of different hearing aids or treatment approaches, as well as to track changes in a patient's hearing ability over time.