$29.00

Hours: 3    Approvals: ARF, RCFE

Dysphagia: Swallowing Disorders

Not Approved for GH or STRTP

The word Dysphagia is from the Greek root “dys” meaning disorder and “phag” meaning food. People with dysphagia have difficulty swallowing and may even experience pain while swallowing (odynophagia). Some people may be completely unable to swallow or may have trouble safely swallowing liquids, foods, or saliva. When that happens, eating becomes a challenge. Often, dysphagia makes it difficult to take in enough calories and fluids to nourish the body and can lead to additional serious medical problems.

Course Objectives

  • Learn what dysphagia is and how it affects different populations
  • Learn how to treat dysphagia and minimize its effects
  • Understand dysphagia in the elderly, including those with dementia and Parkinson’s disease
  • Understand dysphagia’s connection to developmental disability

What our customers are saying..

Bonappetit/Medications

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Easy purchase and timely email with link for class. Ms. Vivian Regalado was fun and interactive. Great class!
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MEDICATION COMPLIANCE; BONAPPETITE

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The medication/Boneappetite class was very informative. I think the most learned was in the bonappetite class. I really learned a lot about food storage, how to serve it and how not to store it. These are things I will defiantly use both in my home and facility to keep my residents and family well.
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