Classifying voice disorders Flashcards
(10 cards)
1
Q
Vocal fold function
A
Hyperfunctional
Hypofunctional
2
Q
Hyperfunctional
A
Too much activity
3
Q
Hypofunctional
A
Too little activity
4
Q
Alaryngeal function
A
Speech in the absence of the larynx
5
Q
Descriptive
A
With it without reference to etiology
Focuses on dominant characteristics of vocal behavior that is/are problematic
6
Q
Etiology
A
Neurogenic (nerve supply)
Functional (behavior)
Psychogenic (something going on emotionally)
Alaryngeal
7
Q
Neurogenic
A
Alternation in CNS or PNS control
8
Q
Functional
A
Structural deviation or change in phonatory mechanism due to misuse or abuse of voice
9
Q
Psychogenic
A
Cause is in the “mind” of the speaker; usually no evidence of pathology
10
Q
Gastric reflux (GERD) also impacted
A
Voice therapy needed to establish healthier vocal behaviors
