General principles to consider when designing a clinical communication assessment program

2017 ◽  
Vol 100 (9) ◽  
pp. 1762-1768 ◽  
Author(s):  
Claudia Kiessling ◽  
Zoi Tsimtsiou ◽  
Geurt Essers ◽  
Marc van Nuland ◽  
Tor Anvik ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Communication ◽  
Assessment Program ◽  
Communication Assessment

scholarly journals Physiotherapist–patient communication in entry-level physiotherapy education: A national survey in Nigeria

2019 ◽  
Vol 39 (01) ◽  
pp. 77-87 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ukachukwu Okoroafor Abaraogu ◽  
Kaosisochukwu Rachael Aguji ◽  
Deborah Onyinyechukwu Duru ◽  
Udoka Chris Okafor ◽  
Antoninus Obinna Ezeukwu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Assessment Methods ◽  
Faculty Members ◽  
Skills Acquisition ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Clinical Communication ◽  
Entry Level ◽  
Communication Assessment ◽  
E Mail ◽  
Improve Patient

Background: Clinical communication impacts on physiotherapy treatment outcome and its competence warrants being assessed during training for physiotherapists given the increasing need to improve patient outcomes.Objective: This study aimed to investigate the assessment of clinical communication in entry-level physiotherapy programs in Nigeria.Methods: In a cross-sectional survey, questionnaires were sent by e-mail or hand-delivered to the heads of physiotherapy programs, asking them to consult with faculty members involved in the assessment of clinical communication in undergraduate education.Results: Six of seven physiotherapy programs responded (an 86% response rate). Assessment of clinical communication and methods of assessing clinical communication by the programs showed wide variation. There was an average of two assessments per year. The objective structured clinical examination with patients (21; 38%) and written communications (report/chart) (13; 23%) were the most commonly used assessment methods. Perceived challenges included a lack of facilities, validity, inexperienced examiners, and difficulties in integrating processes and content.Conclusion: A variety of assessment methods are being used in entry-level physiotherapy programs in Nigeria, which target different components of clinical communication skills acquisition. More effort is needed to improve limited facilities and human resources training to enhance clinical communication assessment in Nigerian physiotherapy programs.

scholarly journals Patient feedback in the emergency department: A feasibility study of the Resident Communication Assessment Program (ReCAP)

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (6) ◽  
pp. 1194-1198
Author(s):  
Cameron Mozayan ◽  
Haley Manella ◽  
Erica Chimelski ◽  
Merisa Kline ◽  
Al'ai Alvarez ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Emergency Department ◽  
Feasibility Study ◽  
Assessment Program ◽  
Communication Assessment ◽  
Patient Feedback

Augmentative and Alternative Communication: Assessment in the Schools

2008 ◽  
Vol 17 (1) ◽  
pp. 13-19 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lisa A. Proctor ◽  
Jill Oswalt
Keyword(s):  
Augmentative And Alternative Communication ◽  
Receptive Language ◽  
Assessment Tools ◽  
Literacy Assessment ◽  
Alternative Communication ◽  
Complex Communication Needs ◽  
Communication Assessment ◽  
School Based ◽  
Main Portion ◽  
Communication Needs

Abstract The purpose of this article is to review augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) assessment issues in the schools. Initially, the article discusses the role and responsibilities of school-based speech-language pathologists in the assessment of children with complex communication needs. Next, the article briefly reflects on the importance of teaming in device selection for children with AAC needs. The main portion of the article provides information on assessment tools and resources related to comprehensive assessment for children with complex communication needs. This includes information on assessment of speech production and the relevance in AAC assessment. This is followed by tools and resources for receptive language and expressive language assessment. Also included in this main section is information on tools that examine academic and social participation. Finally, information on literacy assessment for student with complex communication needs is provided. The intent of the article is to provide the reader with a brief overview of assessment tools and resources for children with complex communication needs.

Word-Finding Support From Mobile Technology Benefits a Woman With Aphasia

2015 ◽  
Vol 24 (1) ◽  
pp. 26-39 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yvonne Gillette
Keyword(s):  
Mobile Technology ◽  
Clinical Education ◽  
Augmentative And Alternative Communication ◽  
Feature Matching ◽  
Mobile Technologies ◽  
Alternative Communication ◽  
Alternative Intervention ◽  
Communication Assessment ◽  
Word Finding ◽  
Intervention Costs

Mobile technology provides a solution for individuals who require augmentative and alternative intervention. Principles of augmentative and alternative communication assessment and intervention, such as feature matching and the participation model, developed with dedicated speech-generating devices can be applied to these generic mobile technologies with success. This article presents a clinical review of an adult with aphasia who reached her goals for greater communicative participation through mobile technology. Details presented include device selection, sequence of intervention, and funding issues related to device purchase and intervention costs. Issues related to graduate student clinical education are addressed. The purpose of the article is to encourage clinicians to consider mobile technology when intervening with an individual diagnosed with mild receptive and moderate expressive aphasia featuring word-finding difficulties.

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