SLP Augmentative and Alternative Communication 4

Question 1

Semantic compaction (Minspeak) is a symbol encoding strategy in which:

Accepted Answer

Sequences of icon combinations code for words or phrases

Answer

Semantic compaction uses sequences of polysemantic icons (icons with multiple meanings) combined to encode a large vocabulary in a small number of keys.

Question 2

Which outcome measure is MOST useful for tracking functional communication gains in an AAC user?

Accepted Answer

Communication partner questionnaires and communication diaries

Answer

Communication partner questionnaires and diaries capture real-world communicative functions—initiations, topics covered, autonomy—that standardized tests miss.

Question 3

A toddler with complex communication needs is beginning AAC intervention. The SLP recommends robust AAC from the start rather than a simplified system. This is consistent with:

Accepted Answer

The no-exclusion principle and presumption of competence

Answer

The no-exclusion principle holds that no individual should be denied access to AAC based on presumed cognitive or developmental prerequisites; competence should always be presumed.

Question 4

Which AAC strategy involves the SLP deliberately creating situations where the client needs to communicate to obtain a desired item?

Accepted Answer

Milieu teaching / communication temptation

Answer

Milieu teaching and communication temptations create natural motivating opportunities for communication by withholding desired items until the client makes a communicative attempt.

Question 5

For an adult who had a laryngectomy, which AAC device most closely approximates natural voice quality for conversational use?

Accepted Answer

Tracheoesophageal voice prosthesis (TEP)

Answer

A tracheoesophageal voice prosthesis (TEP) diverts pulmonary airflow through a silicone valve into the esophagus, producing a voice quality generally rated most natural after laryngectomy.

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SLP Augmentative and Alternative Communication 4