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before feeding, we need to evaluate pt for swallow ability.
what is a clue someone has problems swallowing? |
delayed cough
drooling fraility confusion no swallow movements weak voice weak cough poor oral hygene open mouth weak tongue movements |
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what are some complications related to swallow difficulties?
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aspiration of food
loss of weight dehydration aspiration |
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concerning thickened foods:
nectar, honey, pudding which runs out of the glass quickly? |
nectur runs quickly
honey runs slowly pudding glopps |
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will pudding pull thru a straw?
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no , eat with a spoon
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honey is just like what?
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milkshake
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swallow indicators include:
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unable to close mouth around spoon
drooling unable to chew foods and liquids spread thru mouth into gums & cheeks can't initiate a swallow freq throat clearing food or liquid coming out nose hoarseness, wet gurgly sounds |
