Effectiveness of Two Simulation-Based Functional Nasopharyngoscopic Velopharyngeal Assessment Trainings

Investigation of the Effectiveness of Simulation-Based Functional Nasopharyngoscopic Velopharyngeal Assessment Trainings Given to Speech and Language Therapy Students

The aim of this clinical trial was to compare the effectiveness of functional nasopharyngoscopic velopharyngeal assessment training given to undergraduate speech and language therapy students on a 3D printed endoscopy training model and a ready-made endoscopy training model.

Inclusion Criteria:

• To be a 4th year undergraduate student of speech and language therapy
• To have taken the course of cleft lip and palate or an equivalent course

Exclusion Criteria:

• Receiving previous hand-on flexible endoscopy training
• Having any health problem in the upper extremities