Mastering Diagnostic Report Writing in Speech-Language Pathology: A Comprehensive Guide

Designed to enhance the report writing skills of speech-language pathology students, communication sciences and disorders students, Clinical Fellows, and professionals, Diagnostic Report Writing in Speech-Language Pathology: A Guide to Effective Communication is a unique text dedicated to producing effective diagnostic speech and language evaluations.

In today’s academic and healthcare climate, accurate and clear documentation has never been more critical. This guide demystifies and simplifies the challenges many students and clinicians face while learning to write speech and language evaluations by combining the science and art of assessment with effective presentation.

About the Author

Dr. Steven H. Blaustein, a renowned clinician, consultant, and professor with over 50 years of experience, logically guides readers through the necessary steps involved in documenting a speech and language evaluation. From discussing the initial reason for the referral and case history to the final summary, impressions, and recommendations, each step of the writing process is clearly explained.

Comprehensive Coverage of Essential Topics

• Speech Sound Production: Gain insights into the complexities of speech sound production and its impact on effective documentation.
• Oral Peripheral Examinations: Understand the importance of thorough oral peripheral examinations in speech and language evaluations.
• Legal, Ethical, and Fairness Considerations: Learn how to navigate issues of law, fairness, and ethics in speech and language report writing.
• Essential Information for Service Approval and Reimbursement: Get critical information on what to include in your reports to ensure approval and reimbursement.
• Common Report Writing Errors to Avoid: Discover common pitfalls to avoid in speech and language report writing and how to improve your writing skills.

The guide also includes images and tables to illustrate the process of documenting a speech and language evaluation, making it easier to understand and apply the concepts.

Unlike other resources, Diagnostic Report Writing in Speech-Language Pathology: A Guide to Effective Communication does not provide a one-size-fits-all template. Instead, it equips readers with the skills and knowledge necessary to compile an effective professional report that meets the needs of patients, clients, students, and outside stakeholders.

Product Details

Published by Slack Incorporated, this comprehensive guide is available in paperback format, consisting of 144 pages, and was released on November 15, 2022. The ISBN-10 is 1630918873, and the ISBN-13 is 978-1630918873.