Prognostic Variables Flashcards
1
Q
What are the 7 variables?
A
- Severity
- Age
- Motivation
- Inconsistency
- Associated conditions
- Treatment history
- Family support
2
Q
What is the assumption with Severity?
A
The more severe, the poorer the prognosis
3
Q
What is the assumption with Age?
A
The younger the client, the better the prognosis
4
Q
What is the assumption with Motivation?
A
The less motivated the client, the poorer the prognosis
5
Q
What is the assumption with Inconsistency?
A
Inconsistency in sound production is a positive prognostic variable
6
Q
What is the assumption with Associated Conditions?
A
Such conditions may slow progress
7
Q
What is the assumption with Treatment History?
A
History of limited progress may indicated a poorer prognosis
8
Q
What is the assumption with Family Support?
A
The stronger the support, the better the prognosis, faster progress and better maintenance
