Speech comprehension difficulties Flashcards

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What is meant by speech comprehension difficulties?

A

Difficulties in understanding spoken language.

This is common in aphasia.

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In aphasia speech comprehension is affected to some degree…

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Even for PwA who’s understanding of everyday speech seems adequate- higher level language and ambiguous words are a problem.

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What is the problem with comprehension?

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Often overlooked and overestimated by family, as well as PwA.

Just want to focus on output.

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What type of aphasias have the most severe comprehension difficulties?

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Global Aphasia

Wernickes Aphasia

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Those with poor comprehension will be less aware of what?

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Less aware of their difficulties.

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Those with a sever deficit in speech comprehension tend to have difficulty with what?

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All aspects of language.

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What indicates poor prognosis?

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Severe auditory comprehension deficit that doesn’t improve.

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Depending on severity, what can speech comprehension difficulty affect?

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Keeping track and taking part in conversation.
Following instructions
Answer questions
Follow tv/radio programmes
Keep in touch with what’s happening in a busy household.

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