ASHA SLPA Certification Practice Questions 100% Pass

ASHA SLPA Certification Practice Questions 100% Pass Direct Supervision 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 .... medically fragile students, clients, or patients is required. First 90 work days... 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 .... at least once every two weeks. After first 90 work days.... 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...... at least every 60 calendar days Supervision Feedback 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 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 ... reached by personal contact, phone, pager, or other immediate electronic means. Interpretation 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 A term used to describe an individual who is acutely ill and in an unstable condition. Screening 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 Individuals who, following academic coursework, clinical practicum, and credentialing can perform tasks prescribed, directed, and supervised by ASHA-certified SLPs. Supervising Speech Language Pathologist 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 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 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 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 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 .... 2 full time SLPAs in any setting or combination thereof. The supervising SLP must... a. hold a certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech - Language Pathology from ASHA and/or a state licensure (where applicable). b. have an active interest in use of and desire to use support personnel. c. have practiced speech language pathology for at least 2 years following ASHA certification. d. have completed or be currently enrolled in at least one course or workshop in supervision for at least 1.0 CEUs ( 10 clock hours). Liability issues individuals who engage in the delivery of services to persons with communication disorders are potentially vulnerable to accusations of engaging in unprofessional practices. Liability insurance is recommended as a protection for malpractice. SLPAs should consider the need for liability coverage. Checking for liability insurance coverage is the responsibility of the SLPA and needs to be done prior to providing services. The SLPA Should not engage in the following.... a. represent himself/herself as an SLP b. perform standardized/ non standardized diagnostic tests, formal or informal evaluations, or swallowing screenings/ or evaluations. c. perform procedures that require a high level of clinical acumen and technical skill( e.g., vocal tract prosthesis shaping or fitting, vocal tract imaging and oral pharyngeal swallow therapy with bolus material). d. tabulate or interpret results and observations of feeding and swallowing evaluations performed by SLPs. e. participate in formal parent conferences, case conferences, or any interdisciplinary team without the presence of the supervising SLP or other designated SLP. f. provide interpretive information to the student/patient/client/ family, or others regarding the patient/ client status or service. g. write, develop, modify a student's treatment plan in any way h. assist with students without following the individualized treatment plan prepared by the certified SLP and / or without access to supervision I: sign any formal documents (treatment plans, reimbursement forms, or reports) 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... 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 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 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.