
The purpose of this ACRM VIRTUAL Conference instructional course is to provide knowledge of and hands-on practice with facilitative communication techniques to use with individuals with neurological disorders. Individuals with acquired neurological disorders suffer from a variety of communication challenges which directly contribute to the quality of care received in rehabilitation settings as well as the patient's long-term outcomes. Rehabilitation professionals can impact patient outcomes and enhance patient autonomy be implementing facilitative communication techniques. Sometimes referred to as augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), communication partner strategies and external supports can be used to ensure that the patient can participate fully in their care.
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