NURSES AND SPEECH language pathologists (SLPs) working in acute care settings are
valuable members of interdisciplinary teams that treat a variety of patients. Collaboration …

Abstract colon; Dysphagia is a major health problem associated with multiple neurological
diseases such as stroke, multiple sclerosis, and Parkinson's disease, among others. Staff …

The scene is all too familiar to nurses and speech-language pathologists in health care
facilities. An older patient is having difficulty swallowing after having a stroke, and his wife …

The speech-language pathologist (SLP) is the primary person responsible for the
assessment and intervention of individuals with swallowing disorders. In skilled nursing …

Delay in referral to a speech language pathologist for evaluation and appropriate treatment
of swallowing dysfunction may increase a patient's risk for dysphagia related sequelae such …

A needs assessment for a hospital-based dysphagia program was conducted to determine
incidence, management procedures, and outcome for stroke patients with swallowing …

An invaluable text for dysphagia courses in speech-language pathology programs,
Dysphagia Assessment and Treatment Planning: A Team Approach, Fifth Edition integrates …

In September 2008, an article was published in the Journal of the American Medical
Directors Association criticizing current dysphagia assessment and management practices …

Dysphagia is a highly prevalent symptom with the most recent national health interview
survey in 2012 showing that this symptom affects 4% of the US population (9.44±0.33 million …

Clinicians often perceive the intensive care unit as among the most intimidating
environments in patient care. With the proper training, acquisition of skill, and approach to …