Billy T Ogletree1. 1. Communication Sciences and Disorders, Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC.
Abstract
PURPOSE: Interprofessional collaborative practice (IPCP) is introduced as a viable and preferred clinical methodology for speech-language pathologists and others serving persons with severe disabilities. Contributions to this clinical forum dedicated to IPCP and severe disabilities are described. METHOD: This clinical focus article introduces IPCP and reviews literature specific to its origins and effectiveness, defines severe disabilities, and proposes IPCP as a vital tenet in effective communication-related and other service delivery for this population. CONCLUSION: IPCP is supported as a recommended practice methodology for speech-language pathologists and other team members providing services to persons with severe disabilities.
PURPOSE: Interprofessional collaborative practice (IPCP) is introduced as a viable and preferred clinical methodology for speech-language pathologists and others serving persons with severe disabilities. Contributions to this clinical forum dedicated to IPCP and severe disabilities are described. METHOD: This clinical focus article introduces IPCP and reviews literature specific to its origins and effectiveness, defines severe disabilities, and proposes IPCP as a vital tenet in effective communication-related and other service delivery for this population. CONCLUSION: IPCP is supported as a recommended practice methodology for speech-language pathologists and other team members providing services to persons with severe disabilities.
Authors: Billy T Ogletree; Nancy Brady; Susan Bruce; Evan Dean; MaryAnn Romski; Lorraine Sylvester; David Westling Journal: Am J Speech Lang Pathol Date: 2017-05-17 Impact factor: 2.408