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22q11.2 Deletion Syndrome (Velocardiofacial/DiGeorge Syndrome)

Course: #5144Level: Intermediate 1 Hour 871 Reviews
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Speech-language pathologists play an important role in the diagnosis, assessment, and treatment of children with 22q11.2 deletion syndrome (also known as Velocardiofacial/DiGeorge syndrome). This course will include an overview of the 22q11.2 deletion syndrome, as well as speech-language, feeding/swallowing, and developmental findings. Evidence-based speech-language assessment and treatment considerations for pediatric patients with this syndrome will be presented.

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  • checkmarkAfter this course, participants will be able to describe the speech, language, feeding/swallowing, and developmental profiles of children with 22q11.2 deletion syndrome.
  • checkmarkAfter this course, participants will be able to describe the role of the SLP in the diagnosis of children with 22q11.2 deletion syndrome.
  • checkmarkAfter this course, participants will be able to list guidelines for speech-language assessment and treatment of children with 22q11.2 deletion syndrome.

Course created on February 13, 2012

Agenda

0-5 Minutes Introduction
5-20 Minutes Overview of the 22q11.2 deletion syndrome
20-40 Minutes Speech-Language and Developmental Profiles of Children with 22q
40-55 Minutes Evidence-Based Assessment and Treatment Guidelines
55-60 Minutes Conclusion; Q&A

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