Augmentative and alternative communication in acute and critical care settings /

Augmentative and alternative communication in acute and critical care settings /

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Main Authors: Hurtig, Richard (Author), Downey, Debora (Author)
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:English
Published: San Diego : Plural Publishing, [2009]
Subjects:
University of Iowa. > Hospitals and Clinics.
People with disabilities > Means of communication.
Communication devices for people with disabilities.
Critical care medicine.
Electronic books.
Online Access:An electronic book accessible through the World Wide Web; click to view
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Table of Contents:
  • History of AAC
  • Challenges
  • The impact of assistive technology (AT) in acute care settings
  • Assessment protocol
  • Switches as the first step to establishing communication
  • Iowa AAC templates
  • Mounting/access issues
  • Pain management
  • Environmental control units (ECU)
  • Bad news : communication issues
  • Cases
  • Setting up and funding an assistive technology service
  • Useful products and links.

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