Week Four

Question 1

What top four neurological conditions may effect voice?

Answer 1

1. Motor neurone disease
2. Parkinson’s disease
3. Multiple sclerosis
4. Huntington’s chorea

Question 2

what are would you include in a voice assessment of someone with Neurological conditions?

Answer 2

• Previous medical history
• Social History
• Current functioning
• Past SLT and Dysphagia
• Cognition
• CNA
• DDKs
• Activity level
• Participation level
• Simulability testing
• Goal setting

Question 3

What are some things that may impact management?

Answer 3

General health
- Mobility
- Chest status
- Fatigue

Medications

Motivation/mood
- Dopamine and diagnosis

Support

Intensity of treatment