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| Trigger points for a GP referral to a speech pathologist- Difficulties with speaking
- Difficulties understanding what is being said
- Slurred speech
- Problems naming objects
- Difficulty eating, drinking and swallowing; episodes of choking when eating
- Reading and writing difficulties
- Difficulties planning or solving problems
- Impaired memory
- Poor concentration
- Difficulty understanding and/or using body language and gesture
Trigger points for a speech pathologist referral to a GP- New symptoms
- Worsening of symptoms
Potential treatment by a speech pathologist- Specialised therapy and advice to improve:
- Eating, drinking and swallowing
- Communication skills, including speech and understanding
- Reading and writing skills
- Cognitive skills, including memory and problem solving ability
- Assessing an individual's need and suitability for an alternative form of communication, such as an electronic device
- Support and education of families and carers
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