- Recall items are listed in alphabetical order for ease.
- Probe vague responses during recall: If the client provides a vague answer. e.g. “utensils” probe the response by asking the client to ‘Describe it more” or “Tell me more about what it looked like”
- If the person is able to accurately describe the picture or object but cannot state the name accurately, they are still given full credit. The person should not be penalized for a naming problem
- The order in which items are checked are recorded – This allows analysis of order of recall. Order of recall can reflect strategy use.
- If the client repeats the same item more than once, or names extraneous items that are not present, include this information under observations.
- If you are not sure if the person has finished, say to the person “tell me when you are finished”.
If the client states the recall items quickly, it might be easier for the therapist to temporarily write or use the comment box to type the first 2-3 letters of each item reported by the client and then go back and check off the boxes on the recall list.
Note: In standard procedures, the client is not permitted to write the names of the items recalled. Writing a list will help the client keep track of what items were recalled and may serve as a cue.
During recall, there is an option for the therapist to view the pictures again. This is helpful if a person describes an object (rather than naming it). You will need to press the Esc key to return to the recall screen.