
Voice Disorders: Scope of Theory and Practice
Scope of Theory and Practice
Pearson (Publisher)
2nd Edition
Published on 27. March 2018
Book
Paperback/Softback
560 pages
978-0-13-480255-8 (ISBN)
Description
A comprehensive look at voice disorders covering causes, symptoms, evaluation, and treatment
Voice Disorders: Scope of Theory and Practice , 2nd Edition , presents a comprehensive account of the field of voice in the early years of the new millennium. The book is meant for graduate students in speech-language pathology as well as practicing professionals who would appreciate an up-to-date yet easy-to-read reference.
The text integrates a comprehensive and in-depth discussion of the anatomy, physiology, and neurology of specific voice disorders including causes, symptoms, evaluation, and treatment approaches. Discussion of multicultural perspectives, evidence-based practice, quality of life, and the WHO International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health provides readers with a current framework for clinical management.
The 2nd Edition incorporates new research, and revised and reorganized material to help students quickly and easily grasp important theoretical and clinical concepts.
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Voice Disorders: Scope of Theory and Practice , 2nd Edition , presents a comprehensive account of the field of voice in the early years of the new millennium. The book is meant for graduate students in speech-language pathology as well as practicing professionals who would appreciate an up-to-date yet easy-to-read reference.
The text integrates a comprehensive and in-depth discussion of the anatomy, physiology, and neurology of specific voice disorders including causes, symptoms, evaluation, and treatment approaches. Discussion of multicultural perspectives, evidence-based practice, quality of life, and the WHO International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health provides readers with a current framework for clinical management.
The 2nd Edition incorporates new research, and revised and reorganized material to help students quickly and easily grasp important theoretical and clinical concepts.
Also available with the Enhanced Pearson eText*
The Enhanced Pearson eText provides a rich, interactive learning environment designed to improve student mastery of content with embedded videos, self-assessment quizzes, and practice Praxis exam question
*The Enhanced eText features are only available in the Pearson eText format. They are not available in third-party eTexts or downloads.
**The Pearson eText App is available on Google Play and in the App Store. It requires Android OS 3.1-4, a 7" or 10" tablet, or iPad iOS 5.0 or later.
Note: You are purchasing a standalone product; the Enhanced Pearson eText does not come packaged with this content. Students, if interested in purchasing this title with the Enhanced Pearson eText, ask your instructor to confirm the correct package ISBN and Course ID. Instructors, contact your Pearson representative for more information.
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0134800370 / 9780134800370 Voice Disorders: Scope of Theory and Practice , with Enhanced Pearson eText -- Access Card Package
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More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Upper Saddle River
United States
Publishing group
Pearson Education (US)
Target group
College/higher education
Dimensions
Height: 254 mm
Width: 203 mm
Thickness: 31 mm
Weight
1202 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-13-480255-8 (9780134802558)
Schweitzer Classification
Other editions
Previous edition

Book
03/2012
Pearson
€190.87
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Persons
Dr. Carole Ferrand
earned her Bachelor's degree from the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg. She obtained her Master's and PhD in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Penn State University. Dr. Ferrand has taught undergraduate and graduate courses in Speech Science, Phonetics, Anatomy and Physiology, and Voice Disorders at Hofstra University since 1989. Her research has focused on acoustic and perceptual aspects of both healthy and dysphonic voices, as well as acoustic markers of code switching in bilingual speakers. Her text,
Speech Science: An Integrated Approach to Theory and Clinical Practice
, 4th Edition, was published by Pearson Education in 2018. When not writing books, Dr. Ferrand is an avid reader of historical fiction, and loves to ride her recumbent trike.
Content
- Anatomy and Physiology of the Respiratory and Laryngeal Systems
- Lifespan Changes in the Respiratory and Phonatory Systems
- Diagnosis and Evaluation of Voice Disorders
- Clinical Management and Clinical Considerations
- Structural Pathologies of the Larynx
- Inflammatory Conditions of the Larynx
- Neurologic Disorders Affecting Voice
- Voice Disorders Related to Self, Identity, and Lifestyle
- Disorders Related to Airway Problems and Respiration
- Laryngeal Cancer
Glossary
References
Name Index
Subject Index