Assessment of Common Voice Disorders in the Adult Population
Hours: 1.00
Speech-language pathologists (SLPs) treat a variety of voice disorders in adults of all ages. SLPs must differentiate between disorders due to structural, neurogenic, and functional impairments to develop the most effective interventions. This course reviews components of a comprehensive voice assessment. A series of case studies models how to interpret assessment results to determine a clinical diagnosis, recommended interventions, and specialist referrals. This is an overview and assessment course; other courses provide more in-depth information about interventions.
Speech-language pathologists (SLPs) treat a variety of voice disorders in adults of all ages. SLPs must differentiate between disorders due to structural, neurogenic, and functional impairments to develop the most effective interventions. This course reviews components of a comprehensive voice assessment. A series of case studies models how to interpret assessment results to determine a clinical diagnosis, recommended interventions, and specialist referrals. This is an overview and assessment course; other courses provide more in-depth information about interventions.
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 three classes of impairments resulting in voice disorders.
Recognize key findings to determine voice impairment.
Indicate clinical conditions requiring referral to an appropriate provider.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Overview of Voice Disorders in Adults
Definition of Voice Disorder
Prevalence of Voice Disorders
Risk Factors
Symptoms
Classifications
Your Role
Review
Summary
Section 3: Common Voice Disorders
Organic Voice Disorders
Functional Voice Disorders
Psychogenic Voice Disorders
Implications of Persistent Voice Problems
Case Study: Bob
Case Study: Mary
Review
Summary
Section 4: Assessment
Screening
Comprehensive Assessment
Case History
Auditory-Perceptual Voice Assessment
Additional Observations
Instrumental Voice Assessment
Interpreting Evaluation Results
Documentation
Case Study: Margo
Case Study: Return to Mary
Review
Summary
Section 5: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributors
Resources
References
Norma Jo Majerus, MS/CCC-SLP, is a certified and licensed speech-language pathologist with over 25 years of experience in various post-acute care settings. She obtained her bachelor’s degree in speech-language pathology from the University of Iowa and her Master of Science degree in special education and communication disorders from the University of Nebraska at Omaha. She worked with adult clients with a variety of diagnostic conditions in long-term care, outpatient, and home health settings. In her previous role as a clinical practice specialist for Aegis Therapies, she created training programs for physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech-language pathology related to the clinical rehabilitation needs of the older adult in post-acute care. She provided mentorship and strategies for implementation of clinical programs and initiatives. She is a certified member of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and is licensed in both Iowa and Nebraska as a speech-language pathologist. Disclosure: Norma Jo Majerus, M.S., CCC-SLP discloses the following potential conflict of interests/commercial interests: Relevant Non-Financial Relationship with No Entities Exists as a Contributor Relevant Financial Relationship with Relias LLC as Collecting Speakers FeesStaff Writer: Susan Almon-Matangos, MS/CCC-SLP
Susan Almon-Matangos, MS/CCC-SLP, is a certified and licensed speech-language pathologist with over 30 years of experience. She obtained her bachelor's degree in psychology from Jacksonville State University and her Master of Science degree in speech-language pathology from The University of Alabama. She worked with clients of all ages and a variety of diagnostic conditions in school, hospital, skilled nursing facility, outpatient clinic, and home health settings. In her previous role as a national clinical director for a large contract therapy company, she created training programs for physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech-language pathology related to the clinical rehabilitation needs of older adults in post-acute care. She currently draws upon her expertise in her role at Relias as Lead Subject Matter Expert Writer for Speech-Language Pathology. She is a certified member of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and the Pennsylvania Speech-Language-Hearing Association. Disclosure: Susan Almon-Matangos, MS/CCC-SLP discloses the following potential conflict of interests/commercial interests: Relevant Financial Relationship with Relias LLC as a Salaried Employee Relevant Non-Financial Relationship with No Entities Exists as a Contributor
The target audience for this course is: Intermediate level Speech and Language Pathologists; in the following settings: Rehabilitation Settings.
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