How to Perform Common SLP Assessments via Telepractice
Hours: 1.00
The recent and rapid transition to telepractice has left many speech-language pathologists (SLPs) with questions on how to most effectively and efficiently perform speech, language, and cognitive assessments for their clients. This module presents best practice for evaluation, including how to select appropriate assessment tools, maximize client engagement, and overcome challenges related to telepractice.
The recent and rapid transition to telepractice has left many speech-language pathologists (SLPs) with questions on how to most effectively and efficiently perform speech, language, and cognitive assessments for their clients. This module presents best practice for evaluation, including how to select appropriate assessment tools, maximize client engagement, and overcome challenges related to telepractice.
American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
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Intermediate Level
0.10 ASHA CEUs
Kansas Health Department of Aging and Disability Services (Speech)
Approved for 1.00 continuing education clock hours for Kansas Speech Pathologists and Audiologists by the Kansas Department of Aging and Disability. Long Term Sponsorship number LTS-S1057. This activity is approved for 1.00 contact hours.
Identify at least two assessments for speech, language, and cognition appropriate for telepractice.
Determine how to match an assessment for a given patient based on clinical presentation and environment.
Define at least three strategies to maximize patient engagement in the evaluation.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Before the Evaluation
Is Telepractice Assessment Even Feasible?
Clinical Considerations
Be Prepared
Training Facilitators
Meet Mr. Rubio
Review
Summary
Section 3: Validated Assessments
Validated Assessments for Motor Speech
Validated Assessments for Cognition
Validated Assessments for Aphasia
Considerations for Non-Validated Assessments
Common Problems and Their Solutions
Revisiting Mr. Rubio
Review
Summary
Section 4: Other Assessment Alternatives
Patient-Reported Outcome Measures
Discourse Analysis
Meet Ms. Lee
Perceptual Measures for Dysarthria
Meet Mr. Aldrin
Summary
Section 5: Providing Value-Based, Person-Centered Assessment
The AFROM Model
Meet Ms. King
Review
Summary
Section 6: Conclusion
Summary
Course Contributors
Resources
References
Katie Brown, MA, CCC-SLP, CBIS is a speech-language pathologist and certified brain injury specialist practicing in Buffalo, NY. She owns a private practice called Neuro Speech Solutions which specializes in therapy for adults with neurogenic communication and cognitive disorders. Katie is passionate about providing meaningful, functional therapy to those with aphasia and cognitive impairments related to stroke and TBI Disclosure: Katie Brown MA, CCC-SLP, CBIS discloses the following potential conflict of interests/commercial interests: Relevant Financial Relationship with Relias LLC as Collecting Speaker's Fees All of the relationships listed for this individual have been mitigated.Relevant Non-Financial Relationship with No Entities Exists as a Contributor All of the relationships listed for this individual have been mitigated.Staff Writer: Christopher Meketansky, MS, OTR/L
Christopher Meketansky OTR/L graduated from Stony Brook University in 2017 with a Master of Science Degree in Occupational Therapy. He received training in manual therapy, specialized treatment for individuals with degenerative neurological disorders and post-stroke neurorehabilitation. He has worked in skilled nursing and home healthcare settings with experience treating patients with dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, balance impairments, and a myriad of other conditions impacting the older adult population.
Disclosure: Christopher Meketansky, MS, OTR/L discloses the following potential conflict of interests/commercial interests: Relevant Financial Relationship with Relias LLC as a Salaried Employee All of the relationships listed for this individual have been mitigated.Relevant Non-Financial Relationship with No Entities Exists as a Contributor All of the relationships listed for this individual have been mitigated.
The target audience for this course is: Intermediate level Speech and Language Pathologists; in the following settings: Rehabilitation Settings.
Asynchronous/Online Distance Learning; please see certificate details for specifics on delivery format.
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