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20Q: Infection Control Strategies for SLPs
Presented by A.U. Bankaitis Smith, PhD
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A.U. Bankaitis Smith, PhD
Course: #9729Level: Intermediate1 Hour
  'Updated, clear guidelines for infectious control'   Read Reviews
Speech-language pathologists are expected by policy authorities to apply appropriate measures to protect patients, co-workers and themselves in clinical situations that may expose individuals to infectious microbes. This article provides practical guidelines for implementing infection control principles within the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, including discussion of personal protective equipment (PPE) and disinfecting and cleaning products.

Research Watch Report: Telepractice in Aphasia
Presented by April Garrity, PhD, CCC-SLP
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April Garrity, PhD, CCC-SLP
Course: #9463Level: Advanced1 Hour
  'Tele-practice was found to be a positive supplement, that did facilitate communication with persons with chronic aphasia'   Read Reviews
This Research Watch Report focuses on some of the most current research in telepractice assessment and intervention with people with aphasia (PWA). Three research articles are summarized, including a discussion of the rationale, methodology and results of each, and potential clinical applications of the evidence are described.

SIMQ: Anatomy of a Simulation Lab
Presented by Nathan Spencer, BS, CHSOS
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Nathan Spencer, BS, CHSOS
Course: #8947Level: Introductory1 Hour
  'Easy to understand and tended to define terms and give examples'   Read Reviews
This SIMQ article will address the resources needed for an optimally functioning simulation lab. Resources such as personnel, equipment, and technologies will be discussed.

SIMQ: Telesupervision
Presented by Carol Szymanski, PhD, CCC-SLP, CHSE
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Carol Szymanski, PhD, CCC-SLP, CHSE
Course: #8734Level: Intermediate1 Hour
  'I was unaware of Simucast until this'   Read Reviews
In 2016, the Council for Clinical Certification revised implementation language of Speech Language Pathology Standard V-B to allow for the use of simulations to count towards clinical clock hours. In this SimQ article, we will focus on the impact of this change and offer ways to assure that students are obtaining clinical clock hours in a manner that complies with the standard.

SIMQ: Virtual and Augmented Reality
Presented by Carol C. Dudding, PhD, CHSE, CCC-SLP
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Carol C. Dudding, PhD, CHSE, CCC-SLP
Course: #8718Level: Introductory1 Hour
  'additional websites provided'   Read Reviews
This article explores the opportunities afforded by emerging technologies in virtual and augmented reality. Participants will be provided information about the current state of these immersive technologies and challenged to consider their potential use in clinical education. The article provides a mix of theory and practice, and presents information with the intent to stimulate ideas.

20Q: Evaluation and Treatment of Speech/Resonance Disorders and Velopharyngeal Dysfunction
Presented by Ann W. Kummer, PhD, CCC-SLP
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Ann W. Kummer, PhD, CCC-SLP
Course: #8729Level: Intermediate1 Hour
  'The "20Q" structure helped to frame the information well'   Read Reviews
Children with speech and resonance disorders (hypernasality, hyponasality, and cul-de-sac resonance) and/or nasal emission present challenges for speech-language pathologists (SLPs) in all settings. This article will help participants to recognize resonance disorders and the characteristics of velopharyngeal dysfunction, and provide appropriate management.


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Sickle Cell Disease Management: The Role of SLPs and Audiologists, Part 1

February 14, 2023

The types of SCD, as well as the neurological manifestations and the pathological changes that produce them are discussed in this article.   Read More


Everyday Ethics: Practical Tools for Navigating Ethical Dilemmas

Angela Mansolillo, MA, CCC-SLP, BCS-S

November 29, 2022

This article discusses ethical and legal principles, as they apply to speech-language pathology practice with both pediatric and adult clients, and provides useful tools for building an ethically soun...   Read More


20Q: The Importance of Explicit Literacy Instruction in Early Elementary Grades

Angela Anthony, PhD, CCC-SLP

September 15, 2022

Key processes in literacy development and tools for differentiating between typical and disordered written language are described in this article.   Read More

  


Sarcopenia, Frailty and Dysphagia

Angela Mansolillo, MA, CCC-SLP, BCS-S

September 7, 2022

This article discusses the relationships between swallowing, frailty, and aging, as well as additional contributing factors, and describes interventions to manage and possibly prevent sarcopenic dysph...   Read More

  


20Q: English Learners and Developmental Language Disorder - Strategies to Develop Academic Vocabulary Skills

Celeste Roseberry-McKibbin, PhD, CCC-SLP, F-ASHA

August 25, 2022

Specific, research-based strategies for developing academic vocabulary skills of English Learners with Developmental Language Disorder are provided in this article.   Read More

    


20Q: Pediatric Augmentative and Alternative Communication Service-Delivery: Key Considerations

Jennifer Kent-Walsh, PhD, CCC-SLP, F-ASHA, Cathy Binger, PhD, CCC-SLP

November 12, 2021

An overview of contemporary considerations in pediatric augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) service delivery for speech-language pathologists and related professionals is described in thi...   Read More

  


The Role of Executive Functions in Social Interaction

Lisa R. Audet, PhD, CCC-SLP

October 21, 2021

This article explores the intersection between executive functioning and social communication and discusses how to integrate a cognitive approach into treatment when addressing social skill developmen...   Read More

 


20Q: Flexible Scheduling in the School Setting: Evidence-based options

Beth Byers, MS, CCC-SLP, Monica L. Bellon-Harn, PhD, CCC-SLP

July 8, 2021

This article discusses the evidence supporting shorter, more frequent treatment sessions for mild-moderate speech sound disorders in the school setting. Treatment intensity factors related to this del...   Read More

  


20Q: Infection Control Guidelines for SLPs

A.U. Bankaitis Smith, PhD

June 7, 2021

This article provides practical guidelines for implementing infection control principles within the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, including discussion of personal protective equipment (PPE) and di...   Read More

 


20Q: Putting Research into Practice: Application of Voice Science In the Therapy Room

Ryan Branski, PhD, Shirley Gherson, CCC-SLP

December 10, 2020

This article addresses real-life scenarios speech pathologists often come across when providing therapy to a patient with a voice disorder. Evidence-based treatment strategies and principles are discu...   Read More

 



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