SLP Assessment Techniques & Diagnostic Procedures 3

Question 1

Which instrumental swallowing assessment provides real-time visualization of bolus transit through the pharynx and esophagus?

Accepted Answer

Videofluoroscopic Swallow Study (VFSS)

Answer

VFSS (modified barium swallow study) uses fluoroscopy to view the entire swallow in real time, including the esophageal phase.

Question 2

When administering the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS-2) for communication assessment, the SLP is primarily evaluating:

Accepted Answer

Social communication and interaction behaviors

Answer

The ADOS-2 is a semi-structured observation tool that assesses social communication and interaction to support ASD diagnosis.

Question 3

A mean length of utterance (MLU) of 3.5 morphemes in a language sample from a 4-year-old is best interpreted as:

Accepted Answer

Significantly below age expectations

Answer

By age 4, typical MLU is approximately 4.5–5.0 morphemes; an MLU of 3.5 falls below the expected range.

Question 4

During FEES, 'white-out' occurs when the epiglottis inverts and the larynx elevates, causing temporary loss of endoscopic view. This phase corresponds to:

Accepted Answer

The pharyngeal swallow

Answer

White-out during FEES coincides with the pharyngeal swallow when laryngeal elevation and epiglottic inversion block the camera view.

Question 5

The stimulability testing of an error sound provides information about:

Accepted Answer

The likelihood of improvement with intervention

Answer

A stimulable error sound suggests the child can produce it with cues, indicating a better prognosis for treatment success.

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SLP Assessment Techniques & Diagnostic Procedures 3