Course Description

This course identified the importance of providing Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC) options to patients in the acute care setting. We reviewed patient profiles and AAC strategies that increased safety and independence when hospitalized. A case study demonstrated ways that AAC could improve a patient’s ability to be involved in medical care and ethical decision making. 

Disclaimer

This course is focused on Lingraphica high-tech AAC devices. There will be limited information about other device manufacturers 

ASHA CE Provider approval and use of the Brand Block does not imply endorsement of course content, specific products, or clinical procedures. LingraphiCare America is approved by the Continuing Education Board of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) to provide continuing education activities in speech-language pathology and audiology. 

This course is offered for 0.1 ASHA CEUs (Introductory Level; Professional area) 

Learning Outcomes

Participants will be able to:   

1. Identify three benefits of having AAC available in acute care 
2. Identify common barriers to the use of AAC in the acute care setting 
3. Describe three AAC resources available to assist in assessment and treatment of dysphagia 
4. Discuss the importance of patient involvement in decisions regarding dysphagia management 

Time-Ordered Agenda

  5 minutes: Introduction 

  5 minutes: Patient Profiles 

  5 minutes: Research Review 

  15 minutes: Case Studies 

  15 minutes: Device Demonstration 

  5 minutes: Working with Lingraphica 

  5 minutes: Conclusion 

  5 minutes: Questions & Answers