Veidlapa Nr. M-3 (8)
Study Course Description
Clinical Placement: Communication and Language/ Speech Disorders in Adults
Course Code
REK_207
Branch of Science
Anatomy; Clinical medicine
ECTS
15.00
Target Audience
Rehabilitation
LQF
Level 6
Study Type And Form
Full-Time
Study Course Implementer
Course Supervisor
Ilze Blūmentāle
Structure Unit Manager
Liāna Deklava
Structural Unit
Department of Rehabilitation
Contacts
Riga, 26a Anninmuizas boulevard, rk@rsu.lv, +371 20271291
About Study Course
Objective
To acquire and improve theoretical and practical skills in working with adults with various communication and language/speech disorders of various etiologies (stroke, oncological diseases, trauma, neurodegenerative diseases, hearing impairments etc.).
Preliminary Knowledge
Voice therapy; Acquired neurological communication disorders, course paper; Disorders of Speech Rhythm and Tempo; Introduction into Alternative and Augmentative Communication.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
1.• will list communication, language/speech, voice, swallowing disorders of various aetiologies in adults; • will classify communication, language/speech, voice, swallowing disorders in adults; • will describe ways of learning about disorders; • will list the possible types of therapy in cases of communication, language/speech, voice, swallowing, hearing disorders in adults.
Skills
1.• will demonstrate knowledge of communication, language/speech, voice, swallowing disorders in adults (within the scope of their competence); • will assess the state of communication and speech/language, swallowing, voice in adults; • will analyse the disorder; • will plan the necessary therapy; • will demonstrate the implementation of the planned therapy.
Competences
1.• will systematise the obtained a medical history and assessment data on communication and language/speech, voice, swallowing, hearing disorders in adults; • will interpret the obtained medical history data, will create individualized therapy plans and helps adults improve their communication, language, voice, swallowing and hearing skills.
Assessment
Individual work
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1.
Individual work |
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1. Assessment of language/speech, voice, swallowing disorders, documentation/portfolio creation
2. Planning Speech Therapy session and implement the plan.
3. Preclinical studies: Clinical case analysis (working sessions with a specialists in the field).
4. Preclinical studies: Preparation stage for simulation scenarios. Pre briefing in clinical simulation.
5. Preparation of a clinical case presentation. Creating recommendations for clients and their relatives on the prevention of communication, speech/language, voice, swallowing disorders.
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Examination
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Grade
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1.
Examination |
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1. Preclinical studies: Clinical case analysis. Simulation scenarios.
2. Analysis and presentation of two clinical cases (in the 7th and 8th semesters);
3. Clinical Practice portfolio.
4. Assessment by the placement supervisor on the student’s work during the placement.
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Study Course Theme Plan
FULL-TIME
Part 1
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Clinical placements/practicum process: "Communication and language/speech disorders in adults".
Clinical placements/practicum:
1. objectives;
2. tasks;
3. necessary skills;
4. clinical practice evaluation requirements and criteria;
5. the basic principles of creating a clinical practice folder (portfolio).
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Clinical placements/practicum process: "Communication and language/speech disorders in adults".
Clinical placements/practicum:
1. objectives;
2. tasks;
3. necessary skills;
4. clinical practice evaluation requirements and criteria;
5. the basic principles of creating a clinical practice folder (portfolio).
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
9.00
Contact hours:
4 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Report (Placement)
Part 2
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Clinical placements/practicum process: "Communication and language/speech disorders in adults".
Clinical placements/practicum:
1. objectives;
2. tasks;
3. necessary skills;
4. clinical practice evaluation requirements and criteria;
5. the basic principles of creating a clinical practice folder (portfolio).
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-
Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Clinical placements/practicum process: "Communication and language/speech disorders in adults".
Clinical placements/practicum:
1. objectives;
2. tasks;
3. necessary skills;
4. clinical practice evaluation requirements and criteria;
5. the basic principles of creating a clinical practice folder (portfolio).
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
6.00
Contact hours:
4 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Defence (Placement)
Bibliography
Required Reading
1.
Brooke Hallowell. 2014. Aphasia and Other Acquired Neurogenic Language Disorders : A Guide for Clinical Excellence
2.
Christina T. Rogers. 2016. Aphasia : Clinical Manifestations, Treatment Options and Impact on Quality of Life
3.
Hegde, M., Kuyumjian, Katrina. 2020. Clinical Methods and Practicum in Speech-Language Pathology. Plural Publishing, Inc
4.
Holland, Audrey L., Elman, Roberta J. 2020. Neurogenic Communication Disorders and the Life Participation Approach: The Social Imperative in Supporting Individuals and Families. San Diego: Plural Publishing, Incorporated.
5.
Murry Thomas, Chan Karen, Carrau Ricardo. 2020. Clinical Management of Swallowing Disorders. San Diego: Plural Publishing, Incorporated.
6.
Philip M. Davis. 2016. Dysphagia: Complications, Management and Clinical Aspects
7.
Platz, Thomas. 2021. Clinical Pathways in Stroke Rehabilitation: Evidence-based Clinical Practice Recommendations. Cham: Springer Nature.
8.
Robb, Michael P. 2017. INTRO - A Guide to Communication Sciences and Disorders. San Diego: Plural Publishing, Incorporated
Additional Reading
1.
Johnson, Alex F., Jacobson, Barbara H. 2015. Medical Speech-Language Pathology: A Practitioner's Guide. NEW YORK: Thieme Medical Publishers, Incorporated.
2.
Nancy Helm-Estabrooks, Martin L. Albert, Marjorie Nicholas. 2014. Manual of aphasia and aphasia therapy, Austin, Texas : PRO-ED