Intro to Speech Language Pathology, Education, and Careers

Question 1

Difference between verbal and nonverbal communication

Answer 1

Verbal - Spoken words/sounds
Nonverbal - Cues used to express something without words/sounds (body language, facial expressions, etc)

Question 2

ICIDH/WHO definition - Impairment (deficit)

Answer 2

Loss or abnormality of psychological or anatomical structure or function (body)

Question 3

ICIDH/WHO definition - Disability

Answer 3

Restriction or lack of ability to perform an activity in the manner or within range the is considered normal (activity)

Question 4

ICIDH/WHO definition - Handicap

Answer 4

Disadvantage for a given individual that limits or prevents the fulfillment of a role that is normal (society)

Question 5

Compensatory Therapy with Example

Answer 5

Helps an individual adapt/”deal with” a situation that may or may not improve (communication boards or PECS)

Question 6

Restorative Therapy with Example

Answer 6

Helps restore what has been lost/hasn’t developed

Question 7

Where SLP’s + AUD’s Work/Common Team Members

Answer 7

Work - hospitals, schools, private practices, government agencies, universities, etc.
Common Team Members - physician, nurses, respiratory therapist, physical therapist, social worker, guidance counselor, teacher, etc

Question 8

Evidence Based Triangle

Answer 8

Current best evidence, client/patient values, clinical expertise