Rapid transition to telepractice across the lifespan in speech-language pathology: Insight from a survey of clinicians in Canada.
Int J Speech Lang Pathol
; : 1-13, 2023 Jun 05.
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en Inglés
| MEDLINE | ID: covidwho-20235464
ABSTRACT
PURPOSE:
This study aims to describe the experiences and needs of Canadian speech-language pathologists (SLPs) who conducted communication assessments via telepractice across the lifespan during the first year (2020) of the COVID-19 pandemic.METHOD:
The present study consisted of an online survey that aimed to capture both quantitative aspects of telepractice-based communication assessment and the qualitative experience of shifting to telepractice. One hundred sixty-eight practicing SLPs across Canada participated in the survey, between September 2020 and January 2021. Quantitative results were analysed using descriptive statistics while open-ended responses were analysed using thematic analysis.RESULT:
SLPs identified challenges and opportunities relating to client and family engagement, access to and knowledge of technology, and the reliability of assessment tools. SLPs also identified a future need for online assessment materials and training, such as materials adapted for different communication needs (e.g. augmentative and alternative communication).CONCLUSION:
The present study contributes to a growing understanding worldwide of potential benefits and challenges related to telepractice, fuelled by the necessary shift in practices in our field during the COVID-19 pandemic. The results provide direction for continuing to build a valid and inclusive approach to telepractice in the future.
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MEDLINE
Tipo de estudio:
Estudio observacional
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Investigación cualitativa
Idioma:
Inglés
Revista:
Int J Speech Lang Pathol
Asunto de la revista:
Patología del Habla y Lenguaje
Año:
2023
Tipo del documento:
Artículo
País de afiliación:
17549507.2023.2181220
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