Dysphagia is the medical term encompassing a range of difficulties associated with
swallowing foods, fluids and saliva, which can lead to malnutrition, dehydration, increased …

Factors including health policy reform and the aging population are increasing demand for
quality healthcare in the community. People with dysphagia are supported by speech …

The purpose of this study was to investigate the experiences of family caregivers for patients
suffering from dysphagia following a stroke. This study, in particular, examines an approach …

Dysphagia is a term used to describe difficulty or discomfort in swallowing food, fluids and
even saliva. It is usually caused by another health condition, such as stroke, head injury or …

Incorporating essential health information on older adults into the framework of today's
clinical dysphagia practice is of essence to the patient and the practitioner. This article will …

Most deaths now occur in medical or skilled nursing settings. This brings speech-language
pathologists, and other professionals, in close contact with clients who face death. While it …

Purpose: Oropharyngeal dysphagia (OD) affects nearly 90% of hospitalized persons with
dementia. Yet, little is known about the care partner experience. The purpose of our study …

Speech–language pathologists often lack preparation for palliative care practice and this
lack of training can lead to poor outcomes for patients. Lack of training can additionally lead …

Recognizing and treating dysphagia can help residents maintain their dignity Page 1 care
analysis 491 Nursing & Residential Care, October 2010, Vol 12, No 10 care analysis care …

Palliative care is specialized medical care offered to persons with serious health conditions,
with the goal to relieve or prevent pain and suffering, to manage burdensome symptoms …