Which statement is NOT a function of conversation partners in SCA?

• A. To diagnose aphasia
• B. To verify message received was intended
• C. To ensure patient understands what is being communicated
• D. To ensure patient has a means of responding

Answer: (A)

In supported conversation approaches, conversation partners focus on enabling participation and accurate exchange, not on diagnosing language disorders. They help verify that the message received matches the intended meaning, check that the person understands what is being communicated, and provide ways for the person to respond (such as gestures, writing, or yes/no options). Diagnosing aphasia is a clinician’s task that involves formal assessments and professional judgment, not a function carried out during everyday conversation facilitation. So the statement that is not a function is diagnosing aphasia.