Module test Please provide some personal information before proceeding with this Module Test. This information is required for creating your certificate and will also assist us in evaluating the website. Each of the Managed Clinical Networks (MCNs) in Scotland will be given the names of those who have been awarded Module Test Certificates within their areas. We do not collect or share information on the number of times a person attempts the Test, or where a certificate is not awarded.Name* First Last Email* Do you live / work in Scotland?* Yes No Are you:* Employed by NHS Employed by Local Authority/Private/Voluntary sector A student A Carer or other Do you work in a:* Hospital Community Name of service (eg ESD, GP surgery): Enter your service nameWard no. / name:* You work in:*Nursing / residential homeHome care / communityPrivate hospitalCharitable organisationChoose your work environmentIs this ward a Stroke Unit?* Yes No Hospital name* Name of institution:* Enter the name of your institutionTown / City:* Enter the town / city where you workNHS Board*Ayrshire and ArranBordersDumfries and GallowayFifeForth ValleyGrampianGreater Glasgow and ClydeHighlandLanarkshireLothianOrkneyShetlandTaysideWestern IslesEnglandWalesIrelandNorthern IrelandCanadaUSAAustraliaNew ZealandOtherSelect your NHS BoardYou are an AHP student a Medical student a Nursing student Carer* Carer Person who has had a stroke Your profession*Academic researcherAdministratorDoctorDietitianHealth Care AssistantOccupational TherapistOrthoptistPhysiotherapistRegistered NurseSocial WorkerSocial Care WorkerSpeech and Language TherapistTherapy AssistantOtherSelect your professionProfession (other)* AfC Band*Band 2Band 3Band 4Band 5Band 6Band 7Band 8AfC not applicableSelect your AfC bandUniversity / College*Aberdeen UniversityDundee UniversityEdinburgh UniversityEdinburgh Napier UniversityGlasgow UniversityGlasgow Caledonian UniversityQueen Margaret UniversityRobert Gordon UniversityStirling UniversityUniversity of the West of ScotlandOtherSelect your University / CollegeCountry*EnglandWalesNorthern IrelandIrelandCanadaUSAAustraliaNew ZealandOtherSelect your countryThis is the module test for 'Communication difficulties following stroke'. It is strongly recommended that you work though the learning materials of the module prior to commencing this test. By going straight to the test you may miss out on valuable learning contained within the module. The answers to all the test questions are contained within the module. This information may have been provided in the 'Additional Information' boxes on some of the pages. There are 20 questions and you must answer all of these correctly to obtain a certificate of completion. You should allow approximately 20 minutes to complete this test. Communication: Module test – Part 1. Q. In Scotland, what percentage of people following their first stroke will have aphasia?* A. 5-10 % B. 12-15% C. 19-34% D. 40-52% Part 1. Answer. Unfortunately, you have answered part 1 incorrectly. Revise the learning materials for Communication after stroke.Part 1. Answer. Well done, the correct answer is C. Communication: Module test – Part 2. Q. Having the communication disorder, dysarthria will impact on the individuals …… (Select all that apply)* Select All A. ability to understand B. ability to speak C. vision D. ability to read Part 2. Answer. Unfortunately, you have answered part 2 incorrectly, or you may not have selected all the correct answers. Revise the learning materials for Communication after stroke.Part 2. Answer. Well done, B is correct. Communication: Module test – Part 3. Q. Counting and working with numbers is always affected when a patient has aphasia.* True False Part 3. Answer. Unfortunately, you have answered part 3 incorrectly. Revise the learning materials for Communication after stroke.Part 3. Answer. Well done, this statement is false. Communication: Module test – Part 4. Q. Supported communication is… (Select all that apply)* Select All A. A specific set of strategies to help someone with expressive difficulties B. A range of strategies intended to help all aspects of communication C. A specialist technique only to be used by trained staff D. A therapy task used by speech and language therapists Part 4. Answer. Unfortunately, you have answered part 4 incorrectly, or you may not have selected all the correct answers. Revise the learning materials for Communication after stroke.Part 4. Answer. Well done, B is correct. Communication: Module test – Part 5. Q. Which of the following groups of people have a role in providing supported communication? (Select all that apply)* Select All A. Medical staff B. Therapy staff C. Families and carers Part 5. Answer. Unfortunately, you have answered part 5 incorrectly, or you may not have selected all the correct answers. Revise the learning materials for Communication after stroke.Part 5. Answer. Well done, all of the above are correct. Communication: Module test – Part 6. Q. Which actions will help someone who is having difficulty understanding? (Select all that apply)* Select All A. Talking more loudly B. Repeating or rephrasing C. Referring to audiology services D. Using gestures along with speech Part 6. Answer. Unfortunately, you have answered part 6 incorrectly, or you may not have selected all the correct answers. Revise the learning materials for Communication after stroke.Part 6. Answer. Well done, B and D are correct. Communication: Module test – Part 7. Q. The benefits of using supported communication include: (Select all that apply)* Select All A. Being able to reveal the individual’s competence in communicating B. Reducing the need for interpreters C. Guaranteeing successful communication D. Assisting the individual to express their thoughts and feelings Part 7. Answer. Unfortunately, you have answered part 7 incorrectly, or you may not have selected all the correct answers. Revise the learning materials for Communication after stroke.Part 7. Answer. Well done, A and D are correct. Communication: Module test – Part 8. Q. Which of the following describe right hemisphere stroke communication problems: (Select all that apply)* Select All A. Reduced ability to turn take B. Reduced ability to make and maintain eye contact C. Reduced ability to articulate clearly D. Reduced ability to keep on topic Part 8. Answer. Unfortunately, you have answered part 8 incorrectly, or you may not have selected all the correct answers. Revise the learning materials for Communication after stroke.Part 8. Answer. Well done, A, B and D are correct. Communication: Module test – Part 9. Q. Individuals with aphasia and their carers should work together to achieve the best possible outcomes* True False Part 9. Answer. Unfortunately, you have answered part 9 incorrectly. Revise the learning materials for Communication after stroke.Part 9. Answer. Well done, this statement is true. Communication: Module test – Part 10. Q. Which external factors could have an impact on communication difficulties: (Select all that apply)* Select All A. Environment B. Attitudes C. Selection of appropriate supportive techniques D. Language demands Part 10. Answer. Unfortunately, you have answered part 10 incorrectly, or you may not have selected all the correct answers. Revise the learning materials for Communication after stroke.Part 10. Answer. Well done, all of the above are correct. Communication: Module test – Part 11. Q. Which of the following is an example of a high-tech resource?* A. Pen and paper B. Diary C. Smart phone D. Communication chart Part 11. Answer. Unfortunately, you have answered part 11 incorrectly. Revise the learning materials for Communication after stroke.Part 11. Answer. Well done, the correct answer is C. Communication: Module test – Part 12. Q. Communication charts are always useful for people with aphasia.* True False Part 12. Answer. Unfortunately, you have answered part 12 incorrectly. Revise the learning materials for Communication after stroke.Part 12. Answer. Well done, this statement is false. Communication: Module test – Part 13. Q. Family stress for a patient with right hemisphere communication difficulties can be reduced by: (Select all that apply)* Select All A. Explaining the symptoms of the communication disorder B. Advising on strategies to support good communication C. Re-assuring that the communication difficulty will resolve D. Seeking support and advice from a speech and language therapist Part 13. Answer. Unfortunately, you have answered part 13 incorrectly, or you may not have selected all the correct answers. Revise the learning materials for Communication after stroke.Part 13. Answer. Well done, A, B and D are correct. Communication: Module test – Part 14. Q. A patient presenting with poor understanding of non-literal language is most likely to have:* A. Aphasia B. Dysarthria C. Right hemisphere communication difficulties D. None of the above Part 14. Answer. Unfortunately, you have answered part 14 incorrectly. Revise the learning materials for Communication after stroke.Part 14. Answer. Well done, the correct answer is C. Communication: Module test – Part 15. Q. Communication support strategies should be used to: (Select all that apply)* Select All A. Assist in the provision of information B. Socialise and have conversations C. Avoid engaging in difficult conversations D. Facilitate involvement in decision making and promote independence Part 15. Answer. Unfortunately, you have answered part 15 incorrectly, or you may not have selected all the correct answers. Revise the learning materials for Communication after stroke.Part 15. Answer. Well done, A, B and D are correct. Communication: Module test – Part 16. Q. People with aphasia should be advised that they will be unable to return to work.* True False Part 16. Answer. Unfortunately, you have answered part 16 incorrectly. Revise the learning materials for Communication after stroke.Part 16. Answer. Well done, this statement is false. Communication: Module test – Part 17. Q. Which of the following do you expect to be challenging for someone with aphasia? (Select all that apply)* Select All A. Asking for painkillers B. Writing an e-mail C. Completing a crossword D. Reading an appointment letter Part 17. Answer. Unfortunately, you have answered part 17 incorrectly, or you may not have selected all the correct answers. Revise the learning materials for Communication after stroke.Part 17. Answer. Well done, all of the above are correct. Communication: Module test – Part 18. Q. Which of the following do you expect to be challenging for someone with dysarthria: (Select all that apply)* Select All A. Making an appointment on the telephone B. Making a thank you speech at a wedding C. Sending a text to a friend D. Reading the Sunday papers Part 18. Answer. Unfortunately, you have answered part 18 incorrectly, or you may not have selected all the correct answers. Revise the learning materials for Communication after stroke.Part 18. Answer. Well done, A and B are correct. Communication: Module test – Part 19. Q. Which of the following could be difficult for someone with a right hemisphere communication difficulty? (Select all that apply)* Select All A. Understanding a joke B. Asking for painkillers C. Reading an appointment letter D. Providing concise detailed travel instructions Part 19. Answer. Unfortunately, you have answered part 19 incorrectly, or you may not have selected all the correct answers. Revise the learning materials for Communication after stroke.Part 19. Answer. Well done, A and D are correct. Communication: Module test – Part 20. Q. Psychological problems are common and easily identified in patients with communication difficulties post stroke. Which of these factors may be present? (Select all that apply)* Select All A. Social withdrawal B. Reduced self-esteem C. Increased frustration and anxiety D. Depression Part 20. Answer. Unfortunately, you have answered part 20 incorrectly, or you may not have selected all the correct answers. Revise the learning materials for Communication after stroke.Part 20. Answer. Well done, B, C and D are correct. Back to: 13: Communication following stroke module home page Advancing Modules Page last reviewed: 24 Jun 2020
