SLP Telepractice & Technology in SLP 2

Question 1

Which federal law most directly governs privacy protections for patient health information transmitted during telepractice sessions?

Accepted Answer

HIPAA

Answer

HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) governs the privacy and security of protected health information, including data transmitted during telepractice.

Question 2

An SLP is conducting a telepractice session with a child who has autism and becomes dysregulated. What is the BEST first step?

Accepted Answer

Contact the caregiver present in the room to assist with co-regulation

Answer

When a child becomes dysregulated during telepractice, the caregiver co-present in the room should assist, as they can provide physical support the SLP cannot offer remotely.

Question 3

Which type of telepractice model involves a remote SLP directing a paraprofessional or assistant who is physically present with the client?

Accepted Answer

Hub-and-spoke model

Answer

The hub-and-spoke (or facilitated) model involves a remote SLP supervising an on-site facilitator (often a paraprofessional) who assists the client during sessions.

Question 4

When obtaining informed consent for telepractice, which element is MOST important to include beyond standard consent?

Accepted Answer

Potential technology limitations and how they may affect service delivery

Answer

Informed consent for telepractice must specifically address technology limitations, privacy risks, and how technical issues could impact service quality.

Question 5

A school-based SLP wants to provide telepractice services to students across state lines. What is the PRIMARY licensure consideration?

Accepted Answer

The SLP must be licensed in the state where the client is physically located

Answer

Licensure for telepractice is typically governed by the state where the client is physically located at the time of service, so the SLP must hold a valid license in that state.

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SLP Telepractice & Technology in SLP 2