COMD 2600 FINAL PT 2 EXAM
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS GRADED A+
2026
Speech generating device - ANS An electronic device that produces speech output for
individuals with speech impairments.
Aided symbols - ANS Symbols that require external tools or devices to be used for
communication, such as pictures or communication boards.
Unaided symbols - ANS Symbols that do not require any external tools, relying solely on the
user's body, such as gestures or sign language.
Iconicity - ANS The degree to which a symbol visually resembles or represents its meaning.
Transparent symbols - ANS Symbols whose meaning is easily inferred from their appearance.
Opaque symbols - ANS Symbols whose meaning is not easily inferred from their appearance.
Taxonomic grid - ANS A framework used to categorize symbols based on their characteristics
and relationships.
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, Visual display scene - ANS A visual representation of symbols arranged in a scene to aid
communication.
Direct selection - ANS A method of communication where the user directly selects symbols or
items to convey messages.
Encoding - ANS The process of converting thoughts or ideas into symbols or messages for
communication.
Scanning - ANS A communication method where the user selects symbols by scanning
through options presented sequentially.
Dysphagia - ANS A medical condition characterized by difficulty swallowing.
Bolus - ANS A mass of food or liquid that is swallowed.
Aspiration - ANS The inhalation of food, liquid, or other substances into the airway or lungs.
Peristalsis - ANS The wave-like muscle contractions that move food through the digestive
tract.
Clinical bedside examination - ANS An assessment conducted at the patient's bedside to
evaluate swallowing and communication abilities.
Modified Barium Swallow Study - ANS A radiological procedure used to assess swallowing
function by observing the movement of barium through the esophagus.
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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS GRADED A+
2026
Speech generating device - ANS An electronic device that produces speech output for
individuals with speech impairments.
Aided symbols - ANS Symbols that require external tools or devices to be used for
communication, such as pictures or communication boards.
Unaided symbols - ANS Symbols that do not require any external tools, relying solely on the
user's body, such as gestures or sign language.
Iconicity - ANS The degree to which a symbol visually resembles or represents its meaning.
Transparent symbols - ANS Symbols whose meaning is easily inferred from their appearance.
Opaque symbols - ANS Symbols whose meaning is not easily inferred from their appearance.
Taxonomic grid - ANS A framework used to categorize symbols based on their characteristics
and relationships.
@COPYRIGHT 2026/2027 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
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, Visual display scene - ANS A visual representation of symbols arranged in a scene to aid
communication.
Direct selection - ANS A method of communication where the user directly selects symbols or
items to convey messages.
Encoding - ANS The process of converting thoughts or ideas into symbols or messages for
communication.
Scanning - ANS A communication method where the user selects symbols by scanning
through options presented sequentially.
Dysphagia - ANS A medical condition characterized by difficulty swallowing.
Bolus - ANS A mass of food or liquid that is swallowed.
Aspiration - ANS The inhalation of food, liquid, or other substances into the airway or lungs.
Peristalsis - ANS The wave-like muscle contractions that move food through the digestive
tract.
Clinical bedside examination - ANS An assessment conducted at the patient's bedside to
evaluate swallowing and communication abilities.
Modified Barium Swallow Study - ANS A radiological procedure used to assess swallowing
function by observing the movement of barium through the esophagus.
@COPYRIGHT 2026/2027 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
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