Clinical Manual For Swallowing Disorders

This concise clinical manual provides comprehensive information on swallowing. It presents the information from a practical stnadpoint, making it ideal for the graduate-level student preparing for clinical work with dysphagia clients. It includes coverage of incidence, normal swallowing, anatomy and physiology, etiology, diagnosis, nutrition, and references. Its easy-to-use, concise format allows readers to find important information quickly. Numerous tables make the guide easy to use and functional. Detailed tables provide important information in this easy-to-use pocketguide. Comprehensive coverage of all aspects of swallowing disorders in a quick reference, alphabetical organization with extensive references that provide information for further study. Practical information is readily accessed and applied.

Clinical Management of Swallowing Disorders, Fifth Edition is a textbook for speech-language pathology programs that examines the diagnosis and treatment of swallowing disorders in children and adults. Thoroughly updated, this popular text emphasizes evidence-based practice, multidisciplinary team management, swallowing safety, nutrition, behavioral treatments, and management following surgical options. Authored by two speech-language pathologists and an otolaryngologist for a multidisciplinary approach, the Fifth Edition continues to be easy-to-understand text for students and also serves as an up-to-date reference for practicing clinicians who treat swallowing disorders in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, nursing homes, and private outpatient clinics. New to the Fifth Edition *New chapter on the aging population *The Anatomy and Physiology chapter has been thoroughly updated and 15 beautiful, new full color illustrations have been added *More images and enhanced figures, including additional FEES and fluoroscopy video studies of swallowing disorders in head and neck cancer and stroke patients *Many new references, easy-to-read tables, and “treatment hints” *Information on pediatric feeding and swallowing has been updated and expanded *Evidence-based practice methods have been updated *Content has been edited to be more concise, applicable, and reader friendly The text features numerous pedagogical aids to reinforce student understanding *Case study inserts in many chapters and 9 extended case studies in the final chapter *32 videos *Discussion questions and answers for each chapter *Bolded and boxed key terms throughout with an end-of-book glossary *Clinical tips, clinician’s roles, areas of emphasis, and key learning points highlighted in boxes throughout the chapters *8 appendices featuring helpful tests and tools for clinicians *NEW full clinical swallowing examination record form included in appendix Disclaimer: Please note that ancillary content (such as documents, audio, and video, etc.) may not be included as published in the original print version of this book.

Master the evaluation and treatment of swallowing disorders! Dysphagia: Clinical Management in Adults and Children, 3rd Edition provides the information you need to diagnose and manage dysphagia in patients of all ages. Emphasizing evidence-based practice, this complete resource covers topics from esophageal disorders to respiratory and iatrogenic disorders. This edition adds a new Aging and Dysphagia chapter and is updated with the latest research and advances in dysphagia management. Written by speech-language pathology educators Michael E. Groher and Michael A. Crary, this guide helps you develop clinical reasoning skills and learn today’s best practices in dysphagia management. Learning features include chapter outlines, learning objectives, and bullet-point summaries in each chapter, helping you focus on and master key content. Emphasis on evidence-based practice prepares you to make and then properly support your diagnostic and treatment decisions. Case histories promote critical thinking in realistic clinical situations. Critical thinking questions help you assess your knowledge and reinforce understanding of the material. Video clips on the Evolve companion website depict a range of swallowing disorders. NEW! Aging and Dysphagia chapter examines the increasing evidence that older persons living at home may be at risk for dysphagia without any overt underlying disease. UPDATED! Treatment for Adults chapter is thoroughly revised. NEW! Clinical Pearls highlight key information that you need to know to prepare for the clinical setting. UPDATED content and references throughout reflect the latest research in the field.

Introduction to and epidemiology of swallowing disorders -- Anatomy and function of the swallowing mechanism -- Swallowing disorders arising from neurological disorders and other diseases -- Swallowing disorders following surgical treatments -- Clinical evaluation of swallowing disorders -- Instrumental evaluation of swallowing disorders -- Treatment of swallowing disorders -- Nutrition and diets -- Pediatric dysphagia : assessment of disorders of swallowing and feeding -- Treatment of feeding and swallowing disorders -- Surgical treatment and prosthetic management of swallowing disorders -- Case studies

Dysphagia: A Clinical Guide will help practitioners and surgeons learn and understand how best to diagnose and treat dysphagia. It provides a complete picture of dysphagia through the experiences of leaders who cover the latest techniques and evidence-based outcomes in the field. Coverage includes the recent advances in the diagnosis and treatment of the disease processes that cause dysphagia, gastric problems, and need surgical intervention.It includes the latest research and perspectives from both gastroenterologists and surgeons to enable clinicians to stay up to date on the most current and effective management strategies. Each chapter provides summary statements and recommendations based on recent literature. Recent discoveries regarding the diagnosis and management of dysphagia are exemplified by illustrations of both diagnostic methods and descriptions of interventional techniques. This an important reference for general surgeons, general practitioners, and ENT surgeons while also bringing new data dedicated specifically to gastroenterologists and foregut surgeons. Allows practitioners to stay up-to-date on the most current and effective management strategies for dysphagia Provides a comprehensive picture of swallowing difficulty, from mouth to stomach Contains recommendations on how to use research in the diagnosis and treatment of dysphagia

This in-depth guide to practical issues involving the management of patients with Dysphagia is written from the perspective of the swallowing team. Chapters have been written by internally recognized specialists. Medical and non-medical management issues are addressed along with different approaches to diagnosis. Each subject is covered in a level that makes the information suitable for practitioners and advanced students. Numerous schematic drawings and illustrations paired with photographs enhance and enrich the technical content.