SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY

Research for speech-language pathology

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• SLPRNSystematic Review2024Best practices for communication while wearing facemasks: A scoping review.Journal of nursing scholarship : an official publication of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of NursingSurgical masks appeared to have the least effect on comprehension, transparent masks may help people with hearing loss, and low-risk strategies like clear speech, quiet rooms, visual aids and checking understanding are recommended, but evidence is limited.
• SLPRNQualitative2023Analysis of the development of children discharged from the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit from parents' point of view.Revista brasileira de enfermagemMost parents of children discharged from a neonatal intensive care unit reported few physical delays, but speech delay was the main concern and two families reported OCD or ADHD concerns.
• SLPRNQualitative2024Sleep disturbances and interrelationship between persons with dementia and family caregivers: The lived experiences of Korean American Dyads.Geriatric nursing (New York, N.Y.)Korean American people with dementia and caregivers described sleep problems as linked: when one slept poorly, the other did too. Caregivers often did not notice their own poor sleep until logging it.
• PTOTSLPRNRCT2023Effectiveness of a family-based program for post-stroke patients and families: A cluster randomized controlled trial.International journal of nursing sciencesIn Thai stroke families, a 10-week family program improved patient function and family functioning, and lowered patient depression at 12 weeks, but caregiver burden did not differ between groups.
• SLPRNSystematic Review2024Methods and approaches to facilitate inclusion of the views, perspectives and preferences of people with moderate-to-severe dementia in research: A narrative systematic review.International journal of older people nursingPicture symbols, personal images, simple ballots, and tailored conversation were used to support people with moderate-to-severe dementia to express preferences. These methods need time, training, and careful support, and no single tool is proven best.
• PTOTSLPRNOther2023Frailty Syndrome and sarcopenia in older adults with and without type 2 diabetes mellitus in the municipality of Sinop, Mato Grosso: an epidemiological study.Revista latino-americana de enfermagemOlder adults with type 2 diabetes were significantly more likely to be frail than those without diabetes. Sarcopenia rates were similar in both groups. Physical inactivity strongly increased the likelihood of both frailty and sarcopenia.
• SLPRNOther2024Instrument adaptation and preliminary validation study of the Laryngeal Hypersensitivity Questionnaire used for assessment of laryngeal symptoms in patients with artificial airways.Australian critical care : official journal of the Confederation of Australian Critical Care NursesA shortened questionnaire for laryngeal symptoms matches the original's accuracy in outpatient and healthy groups. It uses a four-point scale to allow non-verbal responses, making it suitable for patients with breathing tubes who cannot speak or write.
• PTOTSLPRNQualitative2024Investigation of patients' understanding of fibromyalgia: Results from an online qualitative survey.Patient education and counselingPatients with fibromyalgia reported confusion about causes, symptom unpredictability, and feeling invalidated by others. They sought specific education on etiology and treatment options rather than generic advice. This highlights gaps in current understanding and the need for targeted, ongoing patient education.
• SLPQualitative2024Staff Perspectives on Dementia Care in Nursing Homes: A Pre-Implementation, Content Analysis Study Guided by the Practical, Robust Implementation and Sustainability Model.Journal of gerontological nursingStaff supported dementia communication coaching but feared agency staffing, workload, and regulations would block it. Nurses did not know SLPs could support dementia communication.
• PTOTSLPCohort2024Presymptomatic Profiles of Cognitive Impairment with Prior Mobility Impairment.Journal of the American Medical Directors AssociationOlder adults who later developed cognitive impairment and had prior slow gait showed lower psychomotor speed and manual dexterity seven years before symptoms. They also had higher BMI, blood pressure, and insulin resistance. These profiles suggest metabolic and motor pathways rather than memory decline precede dementia.
• SLPOther2024Communication Patterns and Characteristics of Family Caregivers and Persons Living With Dementia: Secondary Analysis of Video Observation.Western journal of nursing researchCaregivers of persons with dementia used more facilitative than disabling communication in home videos, but disabling and care recipient challenging behaviors were more common during social than task interactions. Shorter dementia diagnosis and same-gender dyads showed more disabling or challenging communication.
• PTSLPRNCase Report2024Probable Non-Ventilator-Associated Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia: A Case Report.Critical care nurseProbable non-ventilator hospital-acquired pneumonia developed in one hospitalized older adult after days without oral care, with oral Neisseria rising and oral health score worsening. Daily oral care, accessible supplies, early mobility, and dysphagia screening are prevention points; this case cannot prove they worked.
• SLPSystematic Review2024Nurses' practices in stroke-related dysphagia in low- and middle-income countries.CurationisNurses in low- and middle-income countries sometimes used informal swallowing checks, overlooked silent aspiration risk, and needed more training and speech-language therapist collaboration.
• SLPSurvey2024Reported Unmet Hearing Aid Need in Older People With Dementia: The US National Core Indicators Survey.Journal of the American Medical Directors AssociationAmong older adults without hearing aids, dementia was linked to lower reported need overall, but people with dementia at home were more likely to report needing hearing aids than those in nursing homes.
• PTOTSLPRNRCT2024Feasibility of In-Home Virtual Reality for Chronic Pain in Sickle Cell Disease.Pain management nursing : official journal of the American Society of Pain Management NursesIn-home virtual reality for chronic pain in sickle cell disease was feasible but had high dropout. Daily diary completion was 43.6%, and follow-up surveys dropped to 21%. Users reported slight cybersickness but no nausea. This is a test of logistics, not proof the treatment works.
• SLPQualitative2024Learning difficulties in school children: health and education professionals' perceptions.Revista brasileira de enfermagemHealth and education professionals described learning difficulties as vague, often attributed to children's deficits. They called for joint school and health responses that consider teaching, family, and social factors.
• PTOTSLPRNQualitative2024Integrating Perspectives on Family Caregiving After Critical Illness: A Qualitative Content Analysis.American journal of critical care : an official publication, American Association of Critical-Care NursesFamily caregivers of ICU survivors report unmet needs for hands-on skills training and self-care support. Providers recognize logistical needs but overlook caregivers' mental health and personal well-being. Interventions must address these instrumental gaps rather than focusing solely on psychoeducation.
• PTOTSLPRNSystematic Review2024Lean methodology: contributions to improving work processes in health and nursing.Revista brasileira de enfermagemLean methods cut waiting times, surgical durations, and costs in hospital units by removing waste and standardizing workflows. However, most included studies did not measure patient satisfaction or financial gains, and long-term sustainability of these changes remains unproven.
• OTSLPRNQualitative2024"I can't provide what my child needs": Early feeding experiences of caregivers of children with craniofacial microsomia.Journal of pediatric nursingCaregivers of infants with craniofacial microsomia described breastfeeding attempts as distressing due to poor latch and weight loss, often feeling judged by providers. Many switched to formula or tube feeding with guilt, citing unmet needs for practical support, clear information, and emotional validation.
• SLPRNQualitative2024Home caregiver strategies for feeding older adults with dysphagia after dehospitalization.Revista da Escola de Enfermagem da U S PCaregivers described cooking food longer, blending it smooth, keeping older adults sitting up, and cleaning mouths after meals. Some did not remember discharge instructions and could not access speech therapy, so oral feeding changes sometimes happened without professional guidance.
• PTOTSLPRNQualitative2024Guides or guidelines for interacting and playing with medical complex children: a qualitative documentary research.Revista latino-americana de enfermagemGuides for children with medical complexity recommend play through the adult's voice, repeated simple interactions, high-contrast and textured objects, bath routines, and safe mobility. These are care prompts, not proof that play improves outcomes.
• SLPQualitative2024Men's perception of paternal parenthood and the promotion of child development.Revista brasileira de enfermagemFathers described feeling unprepared and short on time, yet actively promoted development through emotional support, routine care, and play. They used music, nature, and direct interaction to stimulate language and reasoning. These were self-reported actions, not measured outcomes.
• OTSLPQualitative2024Caregivers' voices: From the world of autism spectrum disorder.CurationisCaregivers of children with autism described not understanding the child's behaviour as communication, learning the child's own signals, and carrying stigma, financial strain and lost self-care. Clinicians can ask about these barriers when supporting these families.
• OTSLPRNOther2024Tracheostomy care for adults and the elderly in the home environment: a scoping review.Revista da Escola de Enfermagem da U S PHome tracheostomy care for adults and elderly people is described mainly as suction, stoma cleaning, dressing changes, tube fixation and humidification. Communication and social reintegration appear less often. Spiritual care is absent. The review maps practice, not tested outcomes.
• PTOTSLPRNQualitative2024'A team around the child' professionals' experiences of unmet needs, access and expectations in children's palliative care services, a phenomenological study in the UK.Journal of child health care : for professionals working with children in the hospital and communityProfessionals reported that families often had to 'fight' to access basic equipment and respite care. Staff felt blocked by other services or overwhelmed by staffing shortages, while families who did not shout were perceived to suffer in silence.
• OTSLPSystematic Review2024Community paediatric clinics and their role in supporting developmental outcomes and services for children living in disadvantaged communities.Journal of child health care : for professionals working with children in the hospital and communityCommunity clinics in disadvantaged areas engaged vulnerable families better than hospital settings. Parents valued shorter wait times, familiar surroundings, and respectful communication. These clinics improved attendance and facilitated earlier diagnosis of developmental delays compared to traditional hospital-based care.
• PTOTSLPRNSystematic Review2023Experiences and Unmet Needs of Adolescent and Young Adult Survivors of a Brain Tumor (Aged 15-39 Years): A Systematic Review and Meta-ethnography.Cancer nursingAdolescent and young adult brain tumor survivors report both positive coping and severe emotional distress, often feeling like a burden. Families carry the weight of managing late effects and navigating school or work support, while survivors frequently lack specific information on long-term needs.
• PTOTSLPSystematic Review2024Identifying research priorities with children, youth, and families: A scoping review.Journal of child health care : for professionals working with children in the hospital and communityChildren and families set priorities like pain management, mental health access, and hospital-to-home transitions. Yet they were outnumbered by professionals in 28 studies. Clinicians should verify if current care plans address these family-identified needs, not just clinical metrics.
• PTOTSLPRNSystematic Review2024Children and young people's participation in decision-making within healthcare organisations in New Zealand: An integrative review.Journal of child health care : for professionals working with children in the hospital and communityMost evidence on child participation in New Zealand healthcare comes from adult opinions, not children's own voices. Barriers include lack of time, resources, and belief in children's competence. Few studies directly consulted children under five.
• OTSLPRNSystematic Review2024Changing bodies: A scoping review and thematic analysis of family experience during serious childhood illness.Journal of child health care : for professionals working with children in the hospital and communitySerious childhood illness causes significant psychological distress, often exceeding physical pain. Children create safe spaces and seek play to cope. Parents experience vicarious trauma. Consistent, age-appropriate information builds trust, while inconsistent communication causes fear. Technology supports engagement but cannot replace human interaction.
• PTOTSLPRNQualitative2025"A very different place from when the pandemic started": Lessons learned for improving systems of care for families of children with medical complexity.Journal of child health care : for professionals working with children in the hospital and communityParents of children with medical complexity preferred virtual care for scheduling and rural access but found it ineffective for therapies requiring physical engagement. They urgently requested flexible funding for respite and exceptions to hospital visitor policies to support caregiving demands.
• SLPRNQualitative2025Parent perspectives of engaging with a community paediatric clinic with linked child development supports in a disadvantaged area of Ireland.Journal of child health care : for professionals working with children in the hospital and communityParents valued a local paediatric clinic that linked assessments, aftercare calls, home visits, and referrals into one plan. They said it helped them manage sleep, speech, behaviour, and school readiness. Waitlists, closures, and staff changes were the main barriers.
• PTOTSLPRNCohort2024The meaning of health to persons aging with longstanding multiple sclerosis.Research in nursing & healthPeople aging with MS valued health as function and adaptation more than absence of disease. Over 26 years, agreement with both definitions declined slightly, but self-rated health remained largely stable. Wellness-focused views linked to more health behaviors.
• SLPSurvey2025Oral intake of solid medications in patients with post-stroke dysphagia. A challenge for nurses?Journal of clinical nursingNurses in stroke units reported avoiding whole tablets or capsules in suspected acute dysphagia. Many preferred non-oral routes, but some crushed or divided tablets, often using apple sauce or yoghurt.
• SLPRNOther2024Environmental Scan of Online Government Complementary Feeding Resources in the United States.MCN. The American journal of maternal child nursingFederal online complementary feeding resources often matched US dietary guidelines on starting solids around 6 months, but many were outdated and disagreed about allergenic foods and texture progression.
• SLPRNCase Report2025Lack of Immediate Diagnosis and Appropriate Intervention Leads to Malnutrition in an Infant With Cleft Palate.Journal of pediatric health care : official publication of National Association of Pediatric Nurse Associates & PractitionersA missed cleft palate diagnosis and lack of early feeding advice led to mild malnutrition in an infant. Switching to a cleft-adapted bottle reduced feeding time from 60 to 20 minutes and improved weight z-scores, allowing timely surgery.
• OTSLPRNSystematic Review2024Impact of Cognitive Rehabilitation on Cognitive and Functional Outcomes in Adult Cancer Survivors: A Systematic Review.Seminars in oncology nursingCognitive rehabilitation programs for adult cancer survivors reported improvements in cognitive tests and self-reported thinking, but real-world function was rarely measured and benefits over control were inconsistent. Strategy training may help patients report better thinking; computer training may help processing speed.
• PTOTSLPRNCohort2024Crosswalk Algorithms for Cognitive and Functional Outcomes Among 2013-2018 Medicare Beneficiaries With Dementia.Journal of the American Medical Directors AssociationHome health admission scores often disagree with nursing facility discharge scores for patients with dementia. Cognitive impairment can be ruled out reliably using specific OASIS items, but ADL limitations are over-identified, making cross-setting comparisons unreliable.
• PTOTSLPSystematic Review2025Healthcare professionals' experiences of required competencies in mentoring of interprofessional students in clinical practice: A systematic review of qualitative studies.Journal of advanced nursingMentoring interprofessional student teams requires specific skills in building team identity, facilitating shared reasoning, and balancing clinical care with teaching. Nurses, therapists and doctors described feeling unprepared to supervise peers from other professions without clear coordination and manager support.
• OTSLPRNSystematic Review2024Subjective Cognitive Dysfunction in Chronic Illness: A Systematic Review and Meta-Synthesis.Western journal of nursing researchPeople with chronic illness said memory, attention, and word-finding problems made self-management and relationships harder. They wanted providers to take their symptoms seriously and give brief, clear guidance.
• SLPRNSystematic Review2025Postoperative lingual nerve injury following airway management: A literature review.Journal of perioperative practiceLingual nerve injury after airway management causes tongue numbness and taste loss, resolving in weeks to months. Supraglottic airway use is a key risk factor. Proper device sizing and cuff pressure monitoring are recommended to prevent this complication.
• SLPRNCohort2025Factors Influencing Discharges to Hospice for Patients With Late-Stage Huntington's Disease.The American journal of hospice & palliative careOnly 7.0% of late-stage Huntington's disease hospitalizations were discharged to hospice. Palliative care, weight loss, ventilation, and later study year were linked to hospice; depression, cognitive disorder, low income, and Medicare were linked to other discharge outcomes.
• PTOTSLPOther2025Machine learning methods to discover hidden patterns in well-being and resilience for healthy aging.Journal of nursing scholarship : an official publication of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of NursingAdults with self-reported thinking challenges had the broadest range of co-occurring physical and social health issues. They also reported the highest number of strengths and needs compared to those with mobility, emotional, or sleep challenges.
• SLPRNSystematic Review2024The perceptions and experiences of caregivers of patients with dysphagia: A qualitative meta-synthesis.Nursing openCaregivers of adults with swallowing problems felt exhausted, anxious and guilty, spent more time on meals, avoided eating out and lacked practical dysphagia advice. They wanted clear, personalised teaching and ongoing family support.
• PTOTSLPCohort2024Skilled Nursing Facility Rehabilitation Intensity and Successful Discharge in Persons with Dementia.Journal of the American Medical Directors AssociationVeterans with dementia after heart failure hospitalization who received more combined weekly audiology, speech-language, occupational and physical therapy were more likely to return home successfully. The study cannot show any single therapy caused this.
• OTSLPSystematic Review2024Features of culturally and linguistically relevant speech-language assessments for Indigenous children: A scoping review.The Australian journal of rural healthRelevant assessments for Indigenous children use several sources, including language samples, observation and dynamic assessment, in familiar settings, while accounting for home language and dialect. Standardised tests alone may misread difference as disorder.
• SLPRNQualitative2025Need for Human Interaction and Acknowledging Communication-An Interview Study With Patients With Aphasia Following Stroke.Journal of advanced nursingStroke patients with aphasia described nurse communication as almost exclusively task-focused. They valued staff who gave time, spoke quietly, avoided guessing, explained care, and treated them as equal human beings.
• SLPRNOther2025Exploring Place of Death among Individuals with Huntington's Disease in the United States.Journal of the American Medical Directors AssociationUS deaths with Huntington disease most often occurred in long-term care facilities, but from 2009 to 2019 home and hospice deaths rose. Nurses should expect complex end-of-life needs in long-term care, especially rural areas.
• PTSLPRNSystematic Review2025Patient follow-up after discharge from the paediatric intensive care unit: A scoping review.Nursing in critical carePICU discharge follow-up for children was scattered and mostly research-driven. Multidisciplinary teams were rare, and no single validated score captured physical, cognitive, emotional, social and family needs.
• PTSLPQualitative2025Health care providers' perceptions of family participation in essential care in the intensive care unit: A qualitative study.Nursing in critical careICU providers weighed patient safety, relatives' burden and their own workload before inviting family participation. They offered care tasks gradually, tailored to each patient and relative, and stressed teaching relatives about lines, swallowing and agitation.