introduction to neurotherapy

Question 1

when ndo we use occupational therapy ?

Answer 1

• when a person’s function has changed during admission
• patient not coping well at home
• cognitive problems affecting their functional ability
• postural changed that may need special seating

Question 2

when do we use speech and language therapy?

Answer 2

swallowing
communication
tracheostomy

Question 3

what are the 4 phases of swallowing ?

Answer 3

oral preparatory
oral phase
pharyngeal phase
oesophgeal phase

Question 4

what is penetration defined as ?

Answer 4

the entry of food or saliva into the laryngeal inlet but above the vocal cords

Question 5

what is aspirationn defined as ?

Answer 5

the entry of food or saliva below the level of the vocal cords

Question 6

what do SLTS do about dysphagia ?

Answer 6

enteral feeding
modified texture or food consistency
risk management