PDF-(BOOS)-Introduction to Neurogenic Communication Disorders

Get the tools you need to evaluate diagnose and treat patients with neurogenic communication disorders Introduction to Neurogenic Communication Disorders 8th Edition provides a solid foundation in the neurology of communication as well as the causes symptoms diagnosis assessment and management of commonly encountered neurogenic communication disorders in adults A concise evidencebased approach shows how to measure and treat abnormalities such as aphasia dysarthria righthemisphere syndrome and traumatic brain injury syndrome This edition is updated with new coverage of laboratory tests blastrelated injuries to the head and medications for dementia Created by neurogenic communication disorders educator Robert H Brookshire and continued by Malcolm R McNeil this bestselling text will enhance your skills in the rehabilitation of clients with neurogenic communication disorders A clear concise approach makes complex material easy to follow and understandClinical vignettes show how to apply principles to practice and illustrate how patients are evaluated and treatedThought questions at the end of each chapter are based on realistic scenarios and challenge you to assess your understanding think critically and apply information to clinical situations Suggested answers are included in the appendixClinically relevant sidebars include related facts information and tips for recall or therapyMore than 200 photographs and images include anatomic illustrations scans using various brain imaging techniques and examples of assessment testsEvidencebased practice is reinforced by the use of scientific evidencebased rationales to support the effectiveness of treatment approachesStudentfriendly features enhance learning with chapter outlines critical thinking exercises medical protocols sample paperwork patient transcripts commonly used medical abbreviations and a glossary with definitions of key vocabularyGeneral Concepts summary points highlight the most important material in each chapter NEW content on closedhead injuries as a consequence of blast injury is included in the Traumatic Brain Injury chapter addressing a pathophysiology often found in Iraq and Afghanistan war veteransUPDATED content includes new information on medications for treatment of persons with dementia the latest laboratory tests for neurologic assessment and the most current cognitive rehabilitation approachesNEW More Thought questions in each chapter help you apply concepts to clinical situationsAdditional content on evidencebased practice includes systematic reviews and metaanalyses relating to the efficacy and effectiveness of specific treatment approachesAdditional graphics clinical photographs and tables depict key information and concepts. The second edition of this popular text will once again address the unique needs of children who have experienced a traumatic brain injury and the role of speech-language pathologists in their recovery of skills. Updated with more resources and additional information on service delivery to the family, not just the child through the stages of recovery. An ideal textbook for child language disorders and TBI courses. Introduction to Neurogenic Communication Disorders, Second Edition introduces students to common adult communication disorders and associated neuroanatomy and neurophysiology in an accessible, functional, and clinical context. Fully revised and updated with a full color design, the Second Edition continues to provide students with necessary foundational knowledge while highlighting the human element of communication disorders. Illustrative patient profiles provided in new online videos demonstrate actual case examples of symptoms, deficits, and pathological behaviors, reinforcing key concepts presented within the textbook. NEW to the Second Edition New online videos illustrate the possible effects of medical conditions, such as stroke and Parkinson\'s disease, on communication, speech, language, cognition, and quality of life Additional information on topics such as the Fregoli delusion, Guillain-Barre syndrome, visual deficits, and more Updated with recent research on chronic traumatic encephalopathy in athletes Full color design and expanded art program Chapter Features Video icons refer students to the accompanying online videos Clinical Notes and Author\'s Notes provide real-world insight to the student and humanize the subject matter Main Points summarize key learning objectives Review Questions offer an opportunity to apply content and assess comprehension INSTRUCTOR RESOURCES: Answer Key, Slides in PowerPoint format, Test Bank STUDENT RESOURCES: Each new print copy includes Navigate 2 Advantage Access that unlocks an interactive eBook, helpful videos*, student practice activities and assessments, and a dashboard that reports actionable data. *Some electronic formats and eBooks do not include access to Navigate 2 Advantage resources, including videos. Get the tools you need to evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with neurogenic communication disorders! Introduction to Neurogenic Communication Disorders, 8th Edition provides a solid foundation in the neurology of communication, as well as the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, assessment, and management of commonly encountered neurogenic communication disorders in adults. A concise, evidence-based approach shows how to measure and treat abnormalities such as aphasia, dysarthria, right-hemisphere syndrome, and traumatic brain injury syndrome. This edition is updated with new coverage of laboratory tests, blast-related injuries to the head, and medications for dementia. Created by neurogenic communication disorders educator Robert H. Brookshire and continued by Malcolm R. McNeil, this bestselling text will enhance your skills in the rehabilitation of clients with neurogenic communication disorders. A clear, concise approach makes complex material easy to follow and understand.Clinical vignettes show how to apply principles to practice and illustrate how patients are evaluated and treated.Thought questions at the end of each chapter are based on realistic scenarios and challenge you to assess your understanding, think critically, and apply information to clinical situations. Suggested answers are included in the appendix.Clinically relevant sidebars include related facts, information, and tips for recall or therapy.More than 200 photographs and images include anatomic illustrations, scans using various brain imaging techniques, and examples of assessment tests.Evidence-based practice is reinforced by the use of scientific, evidence-based rationales to support the effectiveness of treatment approaches.Student-friendly features enhance learning with chapter outlines, critical thinking exercises, medical protocols, sample paperwork, patient transcripts, commonly used medical abbreviations, and a glossary with definitions of key vocabulary.General Concepts summary points highlight the most important material in each chapter. NEW content on closed-head injuries as a consequence of blast injury is included in the Traumatic Brain Injury chapter, addressing a pathophysiology often found in Iraq and Afghanistan war veterans.UPDATED content includes new information on medications for treatment of persons with dementia, the latest laboratory tests for neurologic assessment, and the most current cognitive rehabilitation approaches.NEW! More Thought questions in each chapter help you apply concepts to clinical situations.Additional content on evidence-based practice includes systematic reviews and meta-analyses relating to the efficacy and effectiveness of specific treatment approaches.Additional graphics, clinical photographs, and tables depict key information and concepts. Discover the theory and efficacy behind group treatment and see how it can work for you and your patients. Dr. Roberta J. Elman has drawn together a group of expert clinicians to document their experiences with various approaches to group treatment in rehabilitation, subacute, outpatient, and community settings. Learn their philosophies on group treatment and how they determine rationales, assessments, and formulation of treatment goals, especially within a managed health care environment. Includes coverage on documentation, discharge criteria, reimbursement issues, and outcome, and more. All chapters provide helpful insights and practices for treating adult patients with a variety of neurogenic communication disorders.* First comprehensive book on group treatment of adult neurogenic communication disorders * Highly respected contributors share their clinical expertise * Effective day-to-day group treatment techniques you can apply to your practice Introduction to Neurogenic Communication Disorders, Third Edition introduces students to common adult communication disorders and associated neuroanatomy and neurophysiology in an accessible, practical, and clinical context. This Third Edition emphasizes student understanding of major health trends and continues to provide students with necessary foundational knowledge while highlighting the human element of communication disorders. Illustrative patient profiles provided in online videos demonstrate actual case examples of symptoms, deficits, and pathological behaviors, reinforcing key concepts presented within the textbook. Discover the theory and efficacy behind group treatment and see how it can work for you and your patients. Dr. Roberta J. Elman has drawn together a group of expert clinicians to document their experiences with various approaches to group treatment in rehabilitation, subacute, outpatient, and community settings. Learn their philosophies on group treatment and how they determine rationales, assessments, and formulation of treatment goals, especially within a managed health care environment. Includes coverage on documentation, discharge criteria, reimbursement issues, and outcome, and more. All chapters provide helpful insights and practices for treating adult patients with a variety of neurogenic communication disorders.* First comprehensive book on group treatment of adult neurogenic communication disorders * Highly respected contributors share their clinical expertise * Effective day-to-day group treatment techniques you can apply to your practice This thoroughly revised and updated Fifth Edition is the most comprehensive resource on aphasia and related neurogenic communication disorders from the most distinguished authorities of our time. This classic text has been used by graduate speech language pathology students for over 25 years, and continues to be the definitive resource across the speech sciences for aphasia.The book describes a wide range of intervention strategies including team treatment, group therapy, approaches for bilingual and culturally diverse clients, augmentative and alternative communication, and computer-assisted interventions. An important section addresses psychosocial/functional approaches to intervention. New to this edition are Activities for Discussion that encourage students to reflect on what they just read. This popular, well-respected textbook provides the most comprehensive and cutting-edge information on the foundations, diagnosis, assessment, management, and treatment of patients with neurogenic communication disorders. Still the only text on the market that surveys the entire range of disorders in a single volume, this new edition is completely up to date with the most current research and developments in the field. New coverage includes three new assessment chapters and new discussions of hot topics such as the functional, environmental, and social elements of communication. The book is supplemented throughout with engaging artwork, clinical tips, and practical advice featuring many examples from clinical settings.Colored boxes offer related facts and tips interspersed throughout the text to provide clinically relevant insights and enhance discussions.Thought Questions pose analysis querries and scenarios at the conclusion of each chapter that challenge you to assess your understanding, think critically, and apply the information to realistic clinical situations. Suggested answers are supplied in an appendix.Sections of bulleted General Concepts points appear at intervals throughout each chapter, summarizing critical content and serving as chapter checkpoints to ensure you\'ve understood what you\'ve read.Brief clinical vignettes and practice notes from the author\'s years of experience in speech-language pathology illustrate practical applications of concepts for evaluation and treatment.Nearly 300 images help improve your understanding of the material - anatomic illustrations with color highlights, examples of radiological evaluations, examples of various assessment tests, sample paperwork, and forms that can be used in hospital internships and in practice.A true scientific, evidence-based rationale underlies discussions regarding the effectiveness of treatment approaches, reinforcing the use of evidence-based practice.Information is presented in a two-color design that visually differentiates learning features and draws you into content discussions.The book\'s clear, concise, straightforward writing style makes complex subject matter easy to grasp.Appendices provide excellent learning tools and sources for further study, including answers to Thought Questions, a glossary, a listing of common medical abbreviations, and a bibliography of all chapter references.Three new chapters address assessment of 1) cognition, 2) language and communication, and 3) functional communication and quality of life, providing additional insight on the varied and complex methods clinicians use to evaluate individuals with brain injuries.Discussions of hot topics include the functional, environmental, and social elements of communication, the World Health Organization\'s focus on functional quality of life, and evidence-based practice as it applies to the effectiveness of various treatment approaches.A four-page mini-atlas of neuroanatomy contains full-color cadaver photographs that illustrate the nervous system areas affected in individuals with neurogenic communication disorders.Page number references added to the chapter outlines quickly direct you to specific discussions and coverage of key topics in each chapter.An accompanying Evolve(R) website includes an electronic version of the bibliography for fast and easy reference to research materials, as well as instructor-only resources featuring an image collection, neuroanatomic animations, and a test bank with 500 questions. Introduction to Neurogenic Communication Disorders, Third Edition introduces students to common adult communication disorders and associated neuroanatomy and neurophysiology in an accessible, practical, and clinical context. This Third Edition emphasizes student understanding of major health trends and continues to provide students with necessary foundational knowledge while highlighting the human element of communication disorders. Illustrative patient profiles provided in online videos demonstrate actual case examples of symptoms, deficits, and pathological behaviors, reinforcing key concepts presented within the textbook. This newly revised and updated Fourth Edition continues to focus on speech therapy, addressing concerns that aid in the rehabilitation and recovery of aphasia patients. Topics include: assessment of language and communication, principles of language intervention, restorative approaches to language intervention, cognitive neuropsychological approach implications, functional intervention, and treatment for each syndrome. Other approaches and therapy for associated neuropathologies of speech and language related functions are also discussed. For more information, visit http://connection.LWW.com/go/chapey. Child and Adolescent Communication Disorders: Organic and Neurogenic Bases is a comprehensive undergraduate textbook for courses related to the organic and neurogenic bases of child and adolescent language disorders. It is a must-have text for anyone in the field of communication sciences and disorders who works with children and adolescents. Innovative Textbook and Video Package!Every new copy of the text includes an access code to the companion website with videos*Introduction to Neurogenic Communication Disorders introduces students to common adult communication disorders and associated neuroanatomy and neurophysiology. This accessible text provides foundational knowledge along with real examples and online videos. These illustrative patient profiles provide actual case examples of symptoms, deficits, and pathological behaviors. These helpful videos, as well as in-text features including Author\'s Note vignettes and Clinical Note practical insights, underscore the very human element of communication disorders. This textbook and video combination surveys just what students need to thoroughly understand neurogenic communication disorders, as well as provide the student with a window into real-world practice.*eBook offerings do not include access to the online videos.