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What cognitive function refers to the ability to attend to a specific stimulus or task?
What cognitive function refers to the ability to attend to a specific stimulus or task?
- Orientation
- Memory
- Attention (correct)
- Perception
What is considered a red flag in a patient's ability to communicate?
What is considered a red flag in a patient's ability to communicate?
- Gradual improvement in communication skills
- Documented communication deficits from previous assessments
- Consistent communication without difficulties
- Rapid or progressive change in communication ability (correct)
Which communication disorder is characterized primarily by difficulty in articulating words?
Which communication disorder is characterized primarily by difficulty in articulating words?
- Agnosia
- Aphasia
- Dysphonia
- Dysarthria (correct)
Which of the following is typically not assessed when determining a patient's orientation?
Which of the following is typically not assessed when determining a patient's orientation?
When documenting a patient's orientation, which notation indicates they are oriented to person, place, and time?
When documenting a patient's orientation, which notation indicates they are oriented to person, place, and time?
How should physical therapists approach communication deficits in their patients?
How should physical therapists approach communication deficits in their patients?
What primary categories of mental function are considered when assessing communication?
What primary categories of mental function are considered when assessing communication?
Which condition is NOT commonly associated with communication deficits?
Which condition is NOT commonly associated with communication deficits?
Which task would best assess a patient's attention when using a series of numbers or letters?
Which task would best assess a patient's attention when using a series of numbers or letters?
Which of the following is NOT one of the described categories of common communication disorders?
Which of the following is NOT one of the described categories of common communication disorders?
In a case of a left hemispheric stroke, which of the following issues might a patient experience?
In a case of a left hemispheric stroke, which of the following issues might a patient experience?
What is the additional component included in an A&Ox4 assessment that is not considered in an A&Ox3?
What is the additional component included in an A&Ox4 assessment that is not considered in an A&Ox3?
What may significantly alter your plan for an initial examination?
What may significantly alter your plan for an initial examination?
What is not a cognitive process involved in communication as described?
What is not a cognitive process involved in communication as described?
Which of the following would be an appropriate question to assess someone’s orientation to the current date?
Which of the following would be an appropriate question to assess someone’s orientation to the current date?
Why is it important for physical therapists to understand communication disorders?
Why is it important for physical therapists to understand communication disorders?
What is a common psychological concern that can accompany communication deficits?
What is a common psychological concern that can accompany communication deficits?
In assessment of cognitive function, which method is suggested for increasing difficulty in attention tasks?
In assessment of cognitive function, which method is suggested for increasing difficulty in attention tasks?
Which emotional state can hinder a patient's ability to tolerate assessments?
Which emotional state can hinder a patient's ability to tolerate assessments?
Which approach is suggested for handling communication adjustments when working with patients?
Which approach is suggested for handling communication adjustments when working with patients?
Which aspect is NOT typically evaluated when assessing a patient's orientation?
Which aspect is NOT typically evaluated when assessing a patient's orientation?
What impact can cognitive dysfunction have during a patient assessment?
What impact can cognitive dysfunction have during a patient assessment?
What aspect of communication assessment should be adjusted based on the patient’s ability?
What aspect of communication assessment should be adjusted based on the patient’s ability?
How can emotional or psychological issues impact patient assessments?
How can emotional or psychological issues impact patient assessments?
What is the primary purpose of communication assessment in the context provided?
What is the primary purpose of communication assessment in the context provided?
Which condition is NOT mentioned as a factor leading to communication difficulties?
Which condition is NOT mentioned as a factor leading to communication difficulties?
What indication suggests that formal communication assessment may not be necessary?
What indication suggests that formal communication assessment may not be necessary?
During the initial examination, the patient demonstrates which communication challenge?
During the initial examination, the patient demonstrates which communication challenge?
What observation was made about the patient's word retrieval during the examination?
What observation was made about the patient's word retrieval during the examination?
Which of the following statements is accurate regarding the patient's communication abilities?
Which of the following statements is accurate regarding the patient's communication abilities?
What type of support did the patient require during the intake process?
What type of support did the patient require during the intake process?
Which of the following is NOT a symptom observed during the patient interview?
Which of the following is NOT a symptom observed during the patient interview?
What function is primarily associated with the frontal lobe of the brain?
What function is primarily associated with the frontal lobe of the brain?
Which lobe of the brain is responsible for interpreting verbal communication?
Which lobe of the brain is responsible for interpreting verbal communication?
Which of the following functions is linked to the primary somatosensory cortex?
Which of the following functions is linked to the primary somatosensory cortex?
What is the primary role of the cerebellum in brain function?
What is the primary role of the cerebellum in brain function?
Which cortical area is most closely associated with skills related to writing?
Which cortical area is most closely associated with skills related to writing?
Which function is primarily not associated with the parietal lobe?
Which function is primarily not associated with the parietal lobe?
What cognitive abilities are primarily attributed to the frontal lobe?
What cognitive abilities are primarily attributed to the frontal lobe?
Which of the following functions does the occipital lobe NOT primarily support?
Which of the following functions does the occipital lobe NOT primarily support?
What does sensory perception primarily refer to in the context of recognizing shapes?
What does sensory perception primarily refer to in the context of recognizing shapes?
When assessing a patient's cognitive abilities, when should the assessment ideally occur?
When assessing a patient's cognitive abilities, when should the assessment ideally occur?
Which of the following describes the process to identify drawn numbers, letters, or shapes on a patient’s palm?
Which of the following describes the process to identify drawn numbers, letters, or shapes on a patient’s palm?
What type of objects can be specifically identified by the patient in the provided content?
What type of objects can be specifically identified by the patient in the provided content?
In neurological assessments, why is cognition a priority to assess?
In neurological assessments, why is cognition a priority to assess?
Which statement correctly represents a common error in understanding sensory perception and drawing recognition?
Which statement correctly represents a common error in understanding sensory perception and drawing recognition?
What does drawing a number or letter on a patient's palm aim to evaluate?
What does drawing a number or letter on a patient's palm aim to evaluate?
Flashcards
Attention
Attention
Ability to focus on a specific task or stimulus.
Task for Attention
Task for Attention
Repeating a series of numbers or letters (starting with a few and increasing).
Orientation
Orientation
Knowing person, place, and time.
Orientation Test - Person
Orientation Test - Person
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Orientation Test - Place
Orientation Test - Place
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Orientation Test - Time
Orientation Test - Time
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A&O x 3
A&O x 3
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Cognitive Function Assessment
Cognitive Function Assessment
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Mental Function Impairments
Mental Function Impairments
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Communicating
Communicating
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Communication Deficits
Communication Deficits
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Cognitive Deficits
Cognitive Deficits
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Emotional Status
Emotional Status
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Initial Examination
Initial Examination
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Patient Interview
Patient Interview
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Impact of deficits
Impact of deficits
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Emotional Concerns in PT
Emotional Concerns in PT
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Red Flag: Communication Changes
Red Flag: Communication Changes
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PT Communication Role
PT Communication Role
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SLP Collaboration
SLP Collaboration
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Common Communication Disorders
Common Communication Disorders
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Dysarthria
Dysarthria
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Dysphonia
Dysphonia
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Aphasia
Aphasia
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Communication Assessment
Communication Assessment
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Communication Difficulty
Communication Difficulty
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Pointless Assessment
Pointless Assessment
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Impaired Repetition
Impaired Repetition
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Impaired Writing
Impaired Writing
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Word Articulation
Word Articulation
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Word Comprehension
Word Comprehension
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Patient Observation
Patient Observation
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Frontal Lobe Function
Frontal Lobe Function
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Parietal Lobe Function
Parietal Lobe Function
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Occipital Lobe Function
Occipital Lobe Function
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Temporal Lobe Function
Temporal Lobe Function
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Primary Motor Cortex
Primary Motor Cortex
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Central Sulcus
Central Sulcus
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Primary Somatosensory Cortex
Primary Somatosensory Cortex
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Cerebellum Function
Cerebellum Function
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Sensory Perception Test
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Cognitive Assessment Priority
Cognitive Assessment Priority
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Cognitive Impairment
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Communication Deficits
Communication Deficits
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Impact of Deficits
Impact of Deficits
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Patient Interview
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Initial Examination Adjustments
Initial Examination Adjustments
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Cognitive Assessment
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Study Notes
Communication Assessment
- Communication difficulties can be identified early in the interview.
- These impairments can have a significant impact on gathering a patient's history and performing assessments.
- Depending on the type of communication deficit, questions may need to be modified (yes/no, written, body language).
- Patients with communication deficits may be working with a speech-language pathologist (SLP).
- SLPs can provide valuable information and therapeutic techniques.
- Dysarthria, dysphonia, and aphasia are common communication disorders.
- Dysarthria involves impaired motor control of speech muscles (tongue, lips, palate).
- Dysarthria symptoms include slurred, nasal, or indistinct speech.
- Dysphonia relates to difficulty with voice production, quality, or pitch.
- Aphasia involves a cognitive problem understanding or producing language.
- Receptive aphasia (Wernicke's aphasia) affects understanding.
- Expressive aphasia (Broca's aphasia) affects production.
- Global aphasia impacts both receptive and expressive language.
Cognition Assessment
- Cognitive function includes: orientation, attention, memory, problem-solving, and perception.
- Cognitive difficulties often manifest early during the interview.
- Cognitive decline may indicate underlying medical conditions.
- Cognitive deficiencies are common in conditions affecting the brain (developmental/acquired).
- Dementia is a broad term for progressive decline in multiple cognitive abilities.
- Dementia often involves neurodegeneration and is typically irreversible.
- Some causes of dementia are reversible (thyroid disorder, B12 deficiency, depression).
- Standardized cognitive assessments (like the MMSE, Short Portable Mental Status Questionnaire, and General Practitioner Assessment of Cognition) are available for professional use.
- Assessment tools can evaluate attention, orientation, memory, thought processes, calculation, abstract reasoning, and judgment.
- When cognition is a priority, formal assessment should be considered when there are diagnosed conditions impacting cognitive function or when a patient demonstrates difficulties during an assessment.
- When cognition is not a priority for assessment, formal assessment can be avoided if no difficulties occur during the early stages of an interview.
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This quiz assesses your understanding of communication disorders and their impact on patient assessments. It covers various types of communication deficits such as dysarthria, dysphonia, and aphasia. Learn how to modify questions and the role of speech-language pathologists in overcoming these challenges.
