Dysphagia

 

By the end of this section you should:

• Understand what dysphagia (swallowing problems) is and how it impacts upon patients
• Know how to identify dysphagia
• Understand the complications associated with dysphagia
• Understand the importance of good oral hygiene
• Understand the clinical guidelines for stroke relating to dysphagia
• Know the anatomy of the head and neck in relation to swallowing
• Be able to recognise aspiration on x-ray
• Be able to clinically identify aspiration
• Be aware of functional and psychological decline following poor nutrition secondary to dysphagia

 

Click on any button below to start. You should read the Core Knowledge section before reviewing the Advanced Knowledge section.

	Click here for core information about Dysphagia
	Click here for advanced information about Dysphagia
	Click here for the recommendations for Dysphagia from the National Clinical Guideline for Stroke 2012
	Click here for links, contacts and further reading about Dysphagia