Cross-cultural adaptation of Communication Function Classification System for individuals with cerebral palsy

Conclusions: the translated versionof the CFCS adapted to Brazilian Portuguese permitted the c lassification of daily communication performance of individuals with cerebral palsy into one of five levels of communication. However, further research is needed to determine the sensitivity and specificity of the Brazilian version of the instrument, in addition to the validation of its psychometric properties before it can be extensively used in clinical and research settings.
Source: Revista CEFAC - Category: Speech Therapy Source Type: research