Telepractice & Technology in SLP Flashcards

Which factor MOST distinguishes effective telepractice intervention for toddlers compared to older children?

Answer: Using shorter sessions and maximizing caregiver coaching as the primary intervention mechanism

For toddlers, caregiver-mediated coaching is the most evidence-based telepractice approach because toddlers cannot engage with screens independently and caregivers generalize strategies to daily routines.

An SLP practicing telepractice discovers that their client has moved to a different state. What is the FIRST action the SLP should take?

Answer: Verify licensure requirements in the client's new state before continuing services

Because licensure is typically governed by the client's location, the SLP must immediately confirm whether they hold or can obtain a valid license in the client's new state.

Which of the following BEST describes the concept of 'technology equity' as it applies to telepractice in SLP?

Answer: Disparities in client access to reliable internet and devices can create barriers to equitable care

Technology equity recognizes that clients from lower socioeconomic backgrounds may lack reliable internet or devices, creating access disparities that SLPs must actively address.

During a telepractice session, a client discloses abuse. What is the SLP's obligation compared to in-person reporting?

Answer: Mandatory reporting obligations apply regardless of whether the session was in-person or via telepractice

Mandatory reporting laws apply to SLPs regardless of the service delivery mode; a disclosure made during telepractice carries the same legal and ethical reporting obligations as one made in person.

Which telepractice platform feature BEST supports real-time treatment of speech sound disorders in children?

Answer: Low-latency video with high frame rate to allow accurate visual modeling of articulatory placement

Low-latency, high-frame-rate video minimizes delay and captures fine articulatory movements, which is critical for modeling and monitoring speech sound production in real time.

A rural school district asks an SLP to serve students via telepractice. What documentation should the SLP review FIRST before accepting?

Answer: State telepractice regulations, school board policies, and the SLP's licensure status in that state

Before accepting any telepractice caseload, the SLP must confirm state regulatory requirements, district policies governing telepractice, and that their license is valid in that state.

Which evidence-based practice is MOST strongly supported for parent-implemented telepractice with late-talking toddlers?

Answer: Caregiver-mediated naturalistic developmental behavioral intervention (NDBI) strategies

NDIBs delivered via caregiver coaching (e.g., JASPER, PACT, It Takes Two to Talk) are the strongest evidence-based approach for late-talking toddlers in a telepractice parent-coaching model.