SLPA Scope of Practice 3

Question 1

An SLPA is working in a school setting and a teacher asks for the SLPA's opinion on whether a student needs speech therapy services. What should the SLPA do?

Accepted Answer

Explain that eligibility determinations are made by the supervising SLP and refer the teacher accordingly

Answer

Determining eligibility for services is a clinical decision that falls exclusively within the SLP's scope of practice.

Question 2

Which document typically outlines the specific tasks an SLPA is authorized to perform in a given work setting?

Accepted Answer

A scope of practice agreement or job description co-signed with the supervising SLP

Answer

A formal scope of practice agreement or job description, reviewed with the supervisor, specifies the SLPA's authorized tasks.

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT an appropriate task for an SLPA during a group therapy session?

Accepted Answer

Deciding which clients should be grouped together for therapy

Answer

Grouping clients for therapy involves clinical judgment about treatment planning, which is the SLP's responsibility.

Question 4

Can an SLPA provide telepractice services to clients?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if permitted by state law and under the supervision of the SLP

Answer

SLPAs may deliver services via telepractice when state regulations permit and the supervising SLP provides appropriate oversight.

Question 5

An SLPA is treating a client whose progress seems to plateau. Who is responsible for revising the treatment plan?

Accepted Answer

The supervising SLP, who analyzes data and revises the plan

Answer

Treatment plan revision requires clinical analysis and decision-making, which is solely the supervising SLP's responsibility.

(SLPA) Speech-Language Pathology Assistant Practice Test

(SLPA) Speech-Language Pathology Assistant Practice Test

SLPA Scope of Practice 3