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Instruments for the screening of speech/language development in children.

C A Kilmon, N Barber, K Chapman

    Journal of Pediatric Health Care : Official Publication of National Association of Pediatric Nurse Associates & Practitioners
    |March 1, 1991
    PubMed
    Summary

    This review examines speech and language development screening tools for children aged 0-8 years. No single screening instrument perfectly balances psychometric validity and practical use in pediatric settings.

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    Area of Science:

    • Pediatric healthcare
    • Speech-language pathology
    • Developmental pediatrics

    Background:

    • Early identification of speech and language delays is crucial for child development.
    • Numerous screening instruments exist, but their suitability for clinical practice varies.
    • Pediatric settings require tools that are both accurate and efficient.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To discuss issues related to speech and language development screening instruments.
    • To review currently available instruments for screening general speech and language development in children aged birth through 8 years.

    Main Methods:

    • A literature review of available speech and language development screening instruments.
    • Analysis of five specific instruments for their psychometric properties and practicality.

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  • Discussion of the strengths and limitations of each reviewed instrument.

    • Main Results:

    • Five instruments for assessing general speech and language development were reviewed.
    • Each instrument possesses unique strengths.
    • No single instrument fully satisfies both psychometric soundness and practical application in ambulatory pediatric settings.

    Conclusions:

    • Practitioners must carefully weigh the strengths and weaknesses of each screening tool.
    • Selection of the most appropriate instrument(s) depends on the specific patient population and clinical setting.
    • Informed decision-making is essential for effective early speech and language screening.