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Dysphagia Awareness
THE ITEM CODE: T2C120
Course Title: Dysphagia Awareness
Course length 3 hours (Webinar 2 hours)
Maximum number to attend 12 (webinar 20)
This dysphagia training course is designed for all staff. It aims to provide awareness and knowledge of dysphagia and common swallowing difficulties.
Learning Outcome | Assessment Criteria |
Introduction - Physiology of Swallowing | Understand the process of swallowing identifying the stages involved. |
What is Dysphagia | Understand the terminology Identify the different types of Dysphagia Warning signs or triggers Understand the difference between coughing and choking/treatment for these Identify signs and symptoms of aspiration |
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) | Discuss GERD including signs and symptoms and treatments available. |
Managing Dysphagia | Discuss: Preventative measures Mealtimes Modification of diet and fluids Oral Care Administration of Medication ADLs Positioning Liaising with MDTs Risk Assessment / Care Planning |
Practical Session | Practical feeding experience with thickening agent. |
training session, there is a written assessment to evidence the learning of the attendees.
This course can be tailored to the bespoke needs of the customer. Please speak to a member of the sales team for further details.