Prevention and performance role of speech-hearing therapist from University of Valley in Cali, Colombia

Author(s): Carrasquila, J. G.

Journal/Book: Rev Saude Publ. 1998; 32: Faculdade Saude Publ da USP, AV Dr Arnaldo 715, 01255 Sao Paulo, Brazil. Revista de Saude Publica. 178-183.

Abstract: Introduction Preventive activities in communication disorders treated by speech-hearing therapists of the Universidad del Valle in Call Colombia, between January and April, 1995, are described. Methodology Forty-five professionals to whom a self administered questionnaire with 13 questions was applied, were included in the study. Results For 67% the program of graduation is basic as source of their preventive knowledge. 47% used only one of nine strategic options and 29% report the use of only two of these preventive interventions. For all communication areas, on average nearly 60% of speech-hearing therapists never use preventive actions. Conclusion The alumni of the Universidad del Valle do not exercise the practice of prevention in a sistematic way it has been claimed by the curriculum of the school. Some determinants of social centers and demand of professional services nl-e suspected to induce a great,reduction in the proportion and frequency of preventive practice in the professional tale.

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Keyword(s): speech therapy, health manpower; professional practice; communicative disorders

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