Definition: The forms of
communication offered to patients who cannot
speak or whose communication attempts are
unitelligble and to those who require help to
overcome word-finding difficulties.
Systems are
described as being
1. high-tech -
operated by mechanical, electronic or
computerised means
2. Low-tech -
comprises sign languages, gesture systems and
communication charts or boards.
Alternate
Communication Links
Specialised
Equipment - this is part of the Queensland
Cerebral Palsy Assoc site.
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