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SLP Praxis – March Questions and Answers Latest Version 100% Pass
What is the main purpose of conducting a language sample analysis?✔✔ To assess a child’s spontaneous language use in natural contexts
Which cranial nerve is primarily responsible for tongue movement?✔✔ Hypoglossal nerve (cranial nerve XII)
What is one key characteristic of apraxia of speech?✔✔ Inconsistent errors and difficulty with motor planning for speech
Why is it important to assess both receptive and expressive language skills?✔✔ To understand the full scope of a client’s communication abilities and deficits
What does the term “phonological process” refer to?✔✔ A systematic pattern of sound errors used by children to simplify speech
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What is the typical age range for children to master most consonant sounds?✔✔ By 8 years old
How can an SLP support a child with selective mutism?✔✔ By using gradual exposure and positive reinforcement in a low-pressure environment
Which swallowing phase involves the movement of the bolus from the mouth to the stomach?✔✔ Esophageal phase
Why is it important to consider cultural background during assessment?✔✔ To avoid misdiagnosis and provide culturally relevant intervention
What is an augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) device?✔✔ A tool that helps individuals with severe speech or language impairments communicate
What is the typical first step in developing an intervention plan?✔✔ Identifying measurable and functional goals based on assessment results
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Why might a clinician use dynamic assessment?✔✔ To evaluate a client’s learning potential and response to intervention
What is stuttering characterized by?✔✔ Repetitions, prolongations, and blocks in the flow of speech
Which type of aphasia is associated with fluent but nonsensical speech?✔✔ Wernicke’s aphasia
What does “evidence-based practice” mean in speech-language pathology?✔✔ Using research, clinical expertise, and client preferences to guide decisions
What is the role of the cerebellum in speech production?✔✔ Coordination and timing of speech movements
Why is early intervention important for children with speech and language delays?✔✔ It improves outcomes by addressing issues during critical developmental periods
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What does “oral-motor assessment” evaluate?✔✔ The strength, coordination, and range of motion of the muscles used for speech and feeding
What is a key sign of dysphagia in adults?✔✔ Coughing or choking during or after swallowing
How can an SLP help clients improve pragmatic language skills?✔✔ By teaching appropriate social communication behaviors in context
Which disorder is characterized by difficulty producing speech sounds due to muscle weakness?✔✔ Dysarthria
Why is it important to monitor progress throughout therapy?✔✔ To adjust treatment plans and ensure goals are being met effectively
What is a common cause of conductive hearing loss in children?✔✔ Otitis media with effusion (middle ear infection)
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