The purpose of this study was to examine acute care registered nurses'(RNs') self-reported
levels of compliance with speech-language pathologists'(SLPs') recommendations for safe …

Objective Dysphagia is a common clinical condition characterized by difficulty in swallowing.
It is sub-classified into oropharyngeal dysphagia, which refers to problems in the mouth and …

Aspiration pneumonia is a serious problem for the elderly institutionalized person, often
requiring transfer to a hospital and a lengthy stay there. It is associated with a high mortality …

Background Dysphagia occurs in intensive care unit (ICU) patients. However, there is a lack
of epidemiological data on the prevalence of dysphagia in adult ICU patients. Objectives …

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

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to examine the effect of a swallowing rehabilitation
program for elderly on the stage of dysphagia, nutritional status, and swallowing-quality of …

Dysphagia commonly affects older adults, making them nutritionally vulnerable. There is
significant variation in the reported prevalence of dysphagia in aged care. The aim of this …

Purpose: To synthesize the scientific knowledge on the frequency of oropharyngeal
dysphagia in older adults living in nursing homes. Research strategies: The study question …

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 …

Abstract ENGLISH SUMMARY: The incidence and prevalence of non-communicable
diseases are rising, leading to an increased occurrence of dysphagia, which can severely …