ASHA Modalities, Technology, and Instrumentation

Question 1

What is the purpose of using instrumental assessment in speech-language pathology?

Accepted Answer

To provide objective measures of speech and swallowing

Answer

To replace clinical observations entirely

Answer

To diagnose only articulation disorders

Answer

To limit therapy options for patients

Question 2

Which assistive technology is commonly used for individuals with severe communication disorders?

Accepted Answer

Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) devices

Answer

Traditional speech therapy only

Answer

Articulation drills alone

Answer

Sign language as the only option

Question 3

How does biofeedback technology support speech therapy?

Accepted Answer

By providing real-time feedback for speech modification

Answer

By replacing speech-language pathologists

Answer

By limiting speech therapy to computerized exercises

Answer

By eliminating the need for direct patient interaction

Question 4

Which technology is used to assess swallowing disorders?

Accepted Answer

Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)

Answer

Hearing screening tests

Answer

Pure-tone audiometry

Answer

Oral motor exercises only

Question 5

What is a primary function of nasoendoscopy in voice assessment?

Accepted Answer

To visualize vocal fold function

Answer

To amplify vocal sound

Answer

To improve articulation errors

Answer

To replace speech-language evaluation entirely

Question 6

How does telepractice benefit speech-language therapy?

Accepted Answer

By increasing accessibility to speech therapy services

Answer

By limiting access to in-person therapy

Answer

By replacing all face-to-face interactions

Answer

By restricting therapy to children only