Dysphagia Flashcards
1
Q
What are signs and symptoms of dysphagia?
A
Coughing/choking
Decreased PO intake/appetite
Increased time/difficulty eating
Penetration or aspiration
2
Q
How do you assess dysphagia?
A
Bedside swallow
MBSS
FEES?
3
Q
What would results be?
A
Penetration/aspiration was visible in MBSS eval
Residue remaining after swallow
Coughing/choking/wet sounds
4
Q
How would you treat dysphagia?
A
Diet modifications
Maneuvers- extra, effortful, supraglottic, mendelsohn..
Postural- chin tuck, side lying, tilt head
Education
