Module 1 Test Review - Clinical Methods

UCA - Jennifer Simpson 2026

evidence-based practice

the integration of best research evidence with clinical expertise and patient values

KASA standards

a form proving one has the knowledge & skills required to practice in a SLP clinic

includes understanding articulation, fluency, voice, resonance, receptive/expressive language, hearing, swallowing, cognitive, and social aspects of communication

certification and accredidation

What type of regulation does ASHA grant?

ASHA

the national professional organization for audiologists & SLPs; manages accreditation, certification, professional development, preferred practice patterns, ethics, and more

IEP (Individualized education program)

a legally binding educational program for students ages 3-22 who are determined to have a disability by meeting the federal and state requirements for special education; mandated by IDEA

IFSP (Individualized family service plans)

a legall binding educational program for students ages birth through 2; mandated by IDEA

license

What type of regulation does ABESPA or other state orgnaizations give?

Protected Health Information (PHI)

A term used to describe any health information that is created or received by the health care provider and can or does identify the individual

evidence based practice, the PICO method, professionalism, preparation, treatment efficacy, goals and objectives

What should you look for while observing a speech therapy session?

school or work

Depending on the age of the population you work with, what could potentially affect scheduling?

2-3 times weekly for 30-60 minutes

At university clinics, how are clients typically scheduled (time based)?

six days a week, 7-3 in rounds

At hospitals, how are clients typically scheduled (time based)?

1. Introduce self, credentials, and purpose of call

2. Discuss client’s schedule

3. Clarify and request info

4. Explain parking and billing

5. Give directions to clinic and waiting room

6. Express gratitude for call and prospect of working with family

7. Double-check the client has the correct appointment date/time

What are the seven steps to include in an initial client contact?

preparation

the ability to provide services competently and ready; involves continuing education, research, reading case files, forming goals, and asking questions

misrepresentation

a type of dishonesty that occurs when the truth is distorted or falsified

referral

sending a client to another professional whose area of expertise is better matched to the client’s needs

non-discrimination

the inclusion of clients in professional practice and avoiding clinical decision based solely on a client’s race, gender, ethnicity, religion, age, national origin, sexual orientation, or disability status

conflict of interest

a compromise in professional judgment in which a clinician loses their sense of objectivity because of personal or financial gains

what clients are doing in actual life, how they and others judge their ability, performance qualifiers and capacity qualifiers

What are the components of an ICF?

ICF model (International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health)

model used by SLPs to assess how health and linguistic conditions affect a person’s daily life and functioning, emphasizing a focus on personal and environmental factors

intermittent schedule

type of IEP schedule where therapy is provided every week at a certain time

block schedule

type of IEP schedule where therapy is done for 4-6 weeks before switching to a new block of clients

cyclical schedule

type of IEP schedule where there is alternating direct therapy and indirect therapy; allows for client and classroom flexibility; example two groups, see first group for 3 weeks + 1 week paperwork, then switch to second group and repeat

blast schedule

type of IEP schedule where there is a concentrated, short-term schedule of intensive15 minute therapy in consecutive days or weeks, usually done in the hallway outside a classroom

1) graduate degree 2) fill out KASA form 3) complete clinical practicum 4) pass the praxis 5) complete clinical fellowship 6) follow code of ethics 7) maintain clinical certification with continuing ed hours

What are the seven requirements to obtain and maintain an ASHA certification (CCC)?

hearing, swallowing, cognition, social aspects, speech production, fluency, voice, language (spoken and written), communication modalities

What are the big 9 areas of speech therapy?

academic requirements, general writing requirements, oral communication skills, personal characteristics, knowledge of profession and related agencies

What are the five general pre-clinic requirements of speech therapy?

Clinicians
Researchers
Diagnosticians
Report writers
Team members

What are the roles of an SLP?

scope of practice

the range of delinated areas of professional practice within a certain career field, in this case SLP; informs others of the roles & responsibilities an SLP has, supports SLPs in preparation, development, research, and provision

preferred practice patterns

guidelines established by ASHA to enhance the quality of professional service provided by SLPs; information that promotes quality patient care and guides appropriate clinical decisions and outcomes

includes: clinical processes, clinical indicators, equipment specifications, expected outcomes, safety & health precautions, documentation, related references

code of ethics

standard set of rules put forth by ASHA for SLP’s to safeguard consumer protection and client welfare and regulate professional behavior

nonverbal, verbal, and written

What are the three types of communication?

nonverbal communication

communication seen through eye contact, listening to client, appearance, timeliness, organization of materials & information

verbal communication

communication seen through interview skills, parent/family counseling, interprofessional meetings, professional contacts, telephone contacts, communicating with supervisors

written communication

communication seen through diagnositc reports, daily session plans, treatment plans, progress reports, professional correspondence

the PICO method

method for creating clinical goals and objectives by specifying the population, intervention, comparison, and outcome