DYSPHAGIA Flashcards
what is dysphagia?
difficulty in swallowing foods
- may cause pain and regugitation
what are some dysphagia modification strategies?
- texture and fluid modifications
- oral care and safe swallowing strategies
- saliva management
- use of adapted feeding technology and meal-time maneuvers
- diet optimization strategies
- EN if needed
- eating and drinking at risk discussions
describe the IDDSI framework
drinks:
0 = thin
1 = slightly thick
2 = mildly thick
3 = moderately thick (same as liquidised food)
4 = extremely thick (same as pureed food)
5 = minced and moist
6 = soft and bite sized
7 = easy to chew/regular
what technique is used for minced and moist?
slot between forks
how to test extremely thick?
tilt spoon test
what is osteoporosis
bones are thinner, more porous, and weaker than healthy bone
what two nutrients are the most important for osteoporosis
calcium and vitamin D
what are the recommendations for adult calcium and vitD intake?
calcium: recommend adults to consume 1000-1200mg calcium/day to prevent osteoporosis
- do not exceed DRI because may cause constipation
- vitD: recommeded 400IU/d starting at age 50
