Caregiving for People with Swallowing Difficulties (Dysphagia)

Name: Caregiving for People with Swallowing Difficulties (Dysphagia)
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This free-to-learn course is accredited by Alzheimer's Disease International (ADI) and CPD-certified.

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In this free course, you will learn how to:

Explain swallowing-phase sequence, bolus formation and airway-protection reflexes in dysphagia
Identify age-related, medication, neurological and structural factors, including dementia, that affect swallowing safety
Distinguish between mild, moderate, and severe dysphagia using functional eating indicators
Recognise early warning signs of dysphagia to enable timely caregiver responses
Discuss differences between choking and aspiration, including observable signs and immediate responses
Outline caregiver screening boundaries, IDDSI testing, specialist assessments and referral to an SLT
Analyse feeding techniques to optimise safety and consistency during mealtimes
Assess mealtime environments for distractions to improve swallowing readiness
Identify suitable adaptive utensils and assistive feeding technology based on individual needs for safe feeding
Evaluate hydration strategies to ensure effective intake of thickened liquids
Create structured feeding routines that accommodate individual patient needs
Summarise key safety protocols for administering medications in modified textures

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