Table 2.
AAC tools and assisted strategies used by families
| AAC Tool | n (%)a | Phase 1 | Phase 2 | Phase 3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Communication/letter boards | 8 (14) | 1 | 5 | 2 |
| Writing (paper/pencil) | 26 (46) | 7 | 12 | 7 |
| Commercial writing board (wipeable/dry erase) |
3 (5) | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| Writing cuff | 1 (2) | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Electronic AAC device | 10 (16) | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| Personal Computer | 1 (2) | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| “Flashcards” or homemade message board |
2 (4) | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Toy | 2 (4) | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Assisted Strategies | ||||
| Eye blinking | 3 (5) | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| Tagged yes/no–Partner scan | 1 (2) | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| TOTAL | 57 | 10 | 22 | 25 |
Notes.
a
Percentages may exceed 100% due to rounding. Eleven patients had family member(s) who used more than one AAC tool/strategy.