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ASHA SLPA Certification Practice Questions With 100% correct answers., Exams of Nursing

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ASHA SLPA Certification Practice
Questions With 100% correct answers.
Direct Supervision -CORRECT ANSWER-On-site, in-view observation and
guidance while a clinical activity is performed by an assistant. SLP needs to be able to
provide ongoing immediate feedback as the SLPA provides clinical services.
100% supervision of SLPAs for .... -CORRECT ANSWER-medically fragile
students, clients, or patients is required.
First 90 work days... -CORRECT ANSWER-An SLPA must have a total of at
least 30% supervision, including at least 20% direct and 10% indirect supervision, is
required weekly.
students, patients, clients must receive direct contact with the SLP .... -CORRECT
ANSWER-at least once every two weeks.
After first 90 work days.... -CORRECT ANSWER-the amount of supervision can
be adjusted if the supervising SLP determines the SLPA has met appropriate
competencies and skill levels with a variety of communication and related disorders.
Minimum ongoing supervision must always include documentation of direct supervision
provided by the SLP to each student, patient, or client...... -CORRECT
ANSWER-at least every 60 calendar days
Supervision Feedback -CORRECT ANSWER-should provide information about
the quality of the SLPA's performance of assigned tasks and should verify that clinical
activity is limited to tasks specified in the SLPA's ASHA-approved responsibilities.
Indirect Supervision -CORRECT ANSWER-does not require the SLP to be
physically present or available via telecommunication in real time while the SLPA is
providing services.
An SLPA may not perform tasks when a supervising SLP cannot be ... -CORRECT
ANSWER-reached by personal contact, phone, pager, or other immediate electronic
means.
Interpretation -CORRECT ANSWER-summarizing, integrating, and using data
for the purpose of clinical decision making, which may only done by SLPs. SLPAs may
summarize objective data from a session to the family or team members.
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ASHA SLPA Certification Practice

Questions With 100% correct answers.

Direct Supervision - CORRECT ANSWER -On-site, in-view observation and

guidance while a clinical activity is performed by an assistant. SLP needs to be able to provide ongoing immediate feedback as the SLPA provides clinical services.

100% supervision of SLPAs for .... - CORRECT ANSWER -medically fragile

students, clients, or patients is required.

First 90 work days... - CORRECT ANSWER -An SLPA must have a total of at

least 30% supervision, including at least 20% direct and 10% indirect supervision, is required weekly.

students, patients, clients must receive direct contact with the SLP .... - CORRECT

ANSWER -at least once every two weeks.

After first 90 work days.... - CORRECT ANSWER -the amount of supervision can

be adjusted if the supervising SLP determines the SLPA has met appropriate competencies and skill levels with a variety of communication and related disorders. Minimum ongoing supervision must always include documentation of direct supervision

provided by the SLP to each student, patient, or client...... - CORRECT

ANSWER -at least every 60 calendar days

Supervision Feedback - CORRECT ANSWER -should provide information about

the quality of the SLPA's performance of assigned tasks and should verify that clinical activity is limited to tasks specified in the SLPA's ASHA-approved responsibilities.

Indirect Supervision - CORRECT ANSWER -does not require the SLP to be

physically present or available via telecommunication in real time while the SLPA is providing services.

An SLPA may not perform tasks when a supervising SLP cannot be ... - CORRECT

ANSWER -reached by personal contact, phone, pager, or other immediate electronic

means.

Interpretation - CORRECT ANSWER -summarizing, integrating, and using data

for the purpose of clinical decision making, which may only done by SLPs. SLPAs may summarize objective data from a session to the family or team members.

Medically Fragile - CORRECT ANSWER -A term used to describe an individual

who is acutely ill and in an unstable condition.

Screening - CORRECT ANSWER -A pass/fail procedure to identify, without

interpretation, clients who may require further assessment following specified screening protocols developed by and /or approved by the supervising SLP.

Speech Language Pathology Assistants - CORRECT ANSWER -Individuals who,

following academic coursework, clinical practicum, and credentialing can perform tasks prescribed, directed, and supervised by ASHA-certified SLPs.

Supervising Speech Language Pathologist - CORRECT ANSWER -An SLP who

is certified by ASHA and has been practicing for at least 2 years following ASHA certification , has completed not less than 10 hours of continuing professional development in supervision training prior to supervision of an SLPA, and who is licensed and/or credentialed by the state (where applicable).

Supervision - CORRECT ANSWER -The provision of direction and evaluation of

the tasks assigned to an SLPA. Methods for providing supervision include direct supervision, indirect supervision, and tele supervision.

Support Personnel - CORRECT ANSWER -perform tasks as prescribed, directed,

and supervised by ASHA-certified SLPs. There are different levels of support personnel based on training and scope of responsibilities. Support personnel include SLPAs and Speech Language pathology aides/technicians. ASHA is operationally defining these terms for ASHA resources.

Telepractice - CORRECT ANSWER -This refers to the application of

telecommunications technology to delivery of professional services at a distance by linking clinician to client, or clinician to clinician , for assessment, intervention, and/or consultation.

Telesupervision - CORRECT ANSWER -The SLP can view and communicate

with the patient and SLPA in real time via Skype, webcam, and similar devices and services to supervise the SLPA, providing the opportunity for the SLP to give immediate feedback. This does not include reviewing a taped session later.

An SLPA should not supervise more than .... - CORRECT ANSWER -2 full time

SLPAs in any setting or combination thereof.

j. select students, patients, clients for service k. discharge a student, client, patient from services. l. make referrals for additional service. m. disclose clinical or confidential information either orally or in writing to anyone other than the supervising SLP (the SLPA must comply with current HIPPA and FERPA guidelines) unless mandated by law. n. develop or determine the swallowing strategies or precautions for patients, family or staff. o. treat medically fragile students, clients, patients independently. p. design or select augmentative and alternative communication systems or devices. Provided that the training, supervision, and planning are appropriate, tasks in the

following areas of focus may be delegated to an SLPA... - CORRECT ANSWER -

a. self identity as an SLPA to families, students, patients, clients, staff, and others. This may be done verbally , in writing, and/or with titles on name badges. b. exhibit compliance with The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) regulations, reimbursement requirements and SLPA's responsibilities. c. assist the SLP with speech, language , and hearing screenings without clinical interpretation. d. assist the SLP during assessment of students , patients, and clients exclusive of administration and/ or interpretation. e. assist the SLP with bilingual translation during screening and assessment activities exclusive of interpretation f. follow documented treatment plans or protocols developed by the supervising SLP g. provide guidance and treatment via tele practice to students, patients, clients who are selected by the supervising SLP as appropriate for this service delivery model h. document student, patient, client, performance ( tallying data for SLP to use; preparing charts, records and graphs) and report this information to the supervising SLP. i. program and provide instruction in the use of augmentative and alternative communication devices.

j. demonstrate or share information with patients, families, and staff regarding feeding strategies developed and directed by the SLP k. serve as interpreter for patients/clients/students and families who do not speak English l. provide services under SLP supervision in another language for individuals who do not speak English and English-language-learners

Administrative Support - CORRECT ANSWER -a. assist with clerical duties, such

as preparing materials and scheduling activities as directed by the SLP b. perform checks and maintenance of equipment c. assist with departmental operations (scheduling, record keeping, safety/maintenance of supplies and equipment)

Prevention and Advocacy - CORRECT ANSWER -a. present primary prevention

information to individuals and groups known to be at risk for communication disorders and other appropriate groups ; promote early identification and early intervention activities. b. advocate for individuals and families through community awareness, health literacy, education, and training programs to promote and facilitate access to full participation in communication , including the elimination of societal, cultural, and linguistic barriers. c. provide information to emergency response agencies for individuals who have communication and/ or swallowing disorders.