Revision Module

Question 1

What is the IDDSI Framework? (International Dysphagia Diet Standardization Initiative Framework)

Answer 1

• The IDDSI framework provides a common terminology to describe food textures and drink thickness
  
  • A continuum of 8 levels, where drinks are measured 0-4 and foods measured 3-7
  • Aims to meet the needs of individuals with dysphagia across the age span
    Modified liquids

Question 2

What areas of the brain are involved in speech?

Answer 2

• Left and right lobes (frontal, parietal, temporal, occipital) involved in speech and language
  
  • Wernicke’s area: temporal lobe, understanding and processing speech and written language
  • Broca’s area: Located at the front of the left hemisphere of the brain, turns thoughts into spoken words, giving messages to the motor cortex
  • Arcuate Fasciculus: The band of nerves connecting Wernicke’s and Broca’s
    Cerebellum: Located at the back of the brain, coordinates voluntary muscle movements and language processing

Question 3

What does damage to parts of the brain cause?

Answer 3

• Damage to one or more of these cause conditions that impact speech and language such as aphasia or dyspraxia

Question 4

Linguistic vs Communication Competence?

Answer 4

• Ability to relay a message clearly using a language of choice

How much an individual understands the use of a certain language or languages

Question 5

What is health?

Answer 5

• Physical
  
  • Mental
  • Social
  • Human right to access the highest attainable standard of health
  • Should not be dependent on religion, social status, economic status, political beliefs, race or severity of condition

Question 6

Equality vs Equity in healthcare?

Answer 6

• Equity = treating patients in response to their unique needs
  
  • Equality = treating all patients the same
  • Gains are not shared across the whole population
    Fairness does not mean everyone gets the same, fairness means everyone gets what they need

Question 7

Personal vs Professional identity?

Answer 7

• Professional: the set of qualities and characteristics that define an individual as a member of a specific profession

Personal: unique experiences, values and beliefs

Question 8

What does lack of access to SP in ATSI communities?

Answer 8

Communication, socialization, connection to culture, traditions, social isolation, lower mental health, malnutrition

Question 9

How have ATSI lost their connection to language?

Answer 9

Colonization, assimilation, genocide,

Question 10

What is the model for the code of ethics?

Answer 10

Aboriginal and Torres Straight Islander Responsiveness, Person-centeredness, Cultural and linguistic responsiveness

Values+ Principles + Standards of ethical practice = Ethical decision making

Question 11

What are the ethical practice standards?

Answer 11

1: Professional Practice: Professional competence, Professional conduct, Professional responsibilities

2: Quality service: Consent privacy and confidentiality, Accurate and timely information, Conflict of interest, service planning and provision, safety and welfare

3: Knowledge: Research, EBP, current and emerging technology,