What benefit was observed for patients whose FCPs participated in training programs?

The benefit observed for patients whose family-centered planning (FCP) participants took part in training programs is a decrease in hearing-related activity limitations. This outcome highlights the importance of including family members in the aural rehabilitation process. Training programs that involve family members not only equip them with the necessary skills to support individuals with hearing loss but also foster a better understanding of the challenges faced by individuals with hearing impairments.

As family members become more knowledgeable about communication strategies and the use of hearing aids or assistive listening devices, they can create an environment that mitigates the impact of hearing loss on daily activities. This collaborative approach can lead to improved communication, social interactions, and overall quality of life for the person with hearing loss, thus effectively reducing the limitations they experience in various activities.

The context of the other options involves aspects related to auditory skills, but they do not reflect the broader scope of support and environmental modification that family-centered training aims to provide. Therefore, option A stands out as the most relevant benefit linked to the participation in training programs.