List five areas that must be thoroughly evaluated when conducting a comprehensive assessment which considers AAC systems. 

In the Supporting Literacy Development through Robust Language Intervention for Students who Use AAC course, the instructor discussed explicit language instruction for students who use AAC. Which of the following is a key component of explicit instruction in language intervention for students who use AAC?

What does the term iconicity refer to?

What is the white blood cell located at the center of this photo called?

45. A nurse is monitoring a client recovering from a myocardial infarction. The nurse understands that damage to the left ventricle will primarily affect which of the following functions?

Which of the following best describes a robust AAC system?

is a systematic process by which a person’s strengths, abilities, and needs are fitted to available tools and strategies (AAC systems) and is designed to help you select AAC systems and strategies that are most appropriate for the client.

Maria is a 35-year-old woman who sustained a severe traumatic brain injury in a car accident six months ago. She was previously independent, working as a marketing professional and living with her spouse. After a prolonged hospital stay, Maria is currently at an inpatient rehab facility. She presents with significant motor impairments on her right side, cognitive-communication challenges (especially with attention and memory), and severely reduced speech intelligibility due to apraxia and dysarthria. Maria can write with her left hand but tires easily. She uses facial expressions, limited vocalizations, and gestures to communicate basic needs. Her spouse reports that Maria becomes frustrated when she’s misunderstood, especially when trying to share opinions or engage in conversation. The rehabilitation team is considering AAC supports to improve Maria’s expressive communication. Why is it important to provide Maria with a robust AAC system, even if she currently uses gestures and writing?

In the AAC Intervention for Adults with Acquired Physical Impairments course, the instructor discussed voice banking. What is the purpose of voice banking in AAC?

Liam is a 4-year-old boy with cerebral palsy who has limited speech abilities. He can vocalize and gesture but does not consistently produce intelligible words. He enjoys playing with his toy animals, watching farm videos, and looking at family photo albums. Liam’s parents report that he understands much of what is said to him and can follow simple directions. At home, they often interpret his gestures and vocalizations to meet his needs. Liam attends preschool and his teachers note that he is social but struggles to participate in group activities because he cannot express himself clearly. An AAC evaluation was conducted, and the team is exploring options to support Liam’s expressive communication. They want to build on his strengths and interests while encouraging interaction across home and school environments. What is one opportunity barrier you might face when implementing the AAC system?