SLP Augmentative & Alternative Communication (AAC) 3

Question 1

According to Light (1989), 'communication competence' in AAC encompasses which four domains?

Accepted Answer

Linguistic, operational, social, and strategic competence

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Phonological, syntactic, semantic, and pragmatic competence

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Receptive, expressive, written, and pragmatic competence

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Cognitive, motor, sensory, and linguistic competence

Question 2

What is a 'dynamic display' in an AAC speech-generating device?

Accepted Answer

A touchscreen that automatically changes pages based on user navigation choices

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A communication board that is updated weekly by the SLP

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A display with animated symbols to attract the user's attention

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A device screen that adjusts brightness based on lighting conditions

Question 3

Semantic compaction (Minspeak) is an AAC encoding strategy in which:

Accepted Answer

Sequences of multi-meaning icons are combined to represent words and phrases

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Each symbol represents exactly one word

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Alphabet letters are used to spell out all messages

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Numbers are assigned to vocabulary items for faster access

Question 4

Which of the following represents an 'opportunity barrier' to AAC use?

Accepted Answer

A school policy that prohibits the AAC device in the cafeteria

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A user's limited motor control preventing device access

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A user's cognitive limitations affecting symbol learning

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A visual impairment that limits symbol recognition

Question 5

Which population is most commonly associated with the use of high-tech AAC systems in clinical practice?

Accepted Answer

Individuals with complex communication needs such as ALS, cerebral palsy, or autism spectrum disorder

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Children with mild articulation disorders

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Adults with temporary voice disorders following laryngeal surgery

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Individuals with mild fluency disorders

Question 6

Which member is typically considered the PRIMARY professional responsible for AAC evaluation and implementation on a multidisciplinary team?

Accepted Answer

Speech-language pathologist

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Occupational therapist

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Physical therapist

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Special education teacher

Question 7

When conducting an AAC evaluation for a child with severe autism who is minimally verbal, the SLP should first:

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Conduct a comprehensive assessment of current communication skills, needs, and environments

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Require the child to demonstrate prerequisite cognitive and language skills before recommending AAC

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Select the most expensive high-tech device available

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Defer the AAC evaluation until the child is older