Initial assessment

Best Practice Statements

These statements about initial assessment have been developed by the NHMRC CCRE in Aphasia Rehabilitation in accordance with the most up to date research and expert opinion.

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1. People with suspected aphasia should receive assessment by a speech pathologist to determine the presence and severity of aphasia.
2. Hospital patients with suspected aphasia should receive assessment by a speech pathologist to determine the patient’s ability to communicate their healthcare needs.