Lecture Notes: A Day in the Life of a Speech Pathologist

Introduction

• Presenter: Kelly, a speech pathologist.
• Focuses on working with adults in hospitals and as an outpatient therapist.
• Recently completed training for a new position.

Daily Routine and Work Environment

• Works outpatient about 1.5 days a week.
• Dress code: Therapists can wear black or teal scrubs.
• Work environment is pleasant, and the facility is well-equipped.

Morning Routine

• Starts with coffee: got a promotional espresso drink for $2.
• Discusses the motivation challenges when arriving at work early.

First Patient Session

• 45-minute session with a patient with cognitive-linguistic deficits due to dementia and strokes.
• Uses Assessment of Language-Related Functional Activities.
  • Focuses on functional tasks: counting money, telling time, addressing envelopes, daily math problems, etc.
  • Includes timing elements to measure patient performance.
• Conducts reading, recall, and memory strategies with articles.

Patient Scheduling

• Generally has back-to-back sessions to maximize efficiency.
• Today had gaps between sessions, allowing time for note-taking and planning.

Second Patient Session

• Focuses on advanced aging memory loss.
• Initiated a personal memory booklet, covering childhood, family, and personal beliefs.

Lunch and Personal Time

• Lunch: Ground turkey with rice and vegetables.

Training and Evaluation for "Speak Out"

• Recently trained in "Speak Out," a voice program for Parkinson's patients.
• Conducted a new evaluation for a patient.
• Measures include voice and motor speech assessment, decibel monitoring.
• Patient has compliance issues with previous protocols.

Speak Out Overview

• Focuses on speaking with intent for Parkinson's patients.
• Program includes 12 intensive therapy sessions and participation in the Loud Crowd.

End of Workday

• Plans to get a pedicure and relax after work.
• Stresses importance of self-care.

Journey Home

• Describes a stressful drive home through a severe lightning storm.
• Plans to shower and relax after arriving safely.

Evening Routine

• Relaxation activities: Watching Netflix ("Queen Charlotte"), enjoying a cupcake and Lacroix.
• Emphasizes the importance of winding down and self-care.

Conclusion

• Encourages followers to subscribe and engage with her content.
• Expresses gratitude for safety and a productive day.