An invaluable text for dysphagia courses in speech-language pathology programs, Dysphagia Assessment and Treatment Planning: A Team Approach, Fifth Edition integrates the fundamentals of aerodigestive tract anatomy and physiology with objective assessment techniques and multidisciplinary treatment approaches. Contributors from speech-language pathology, otolaryngology, and gastroenterology present a variety of perspectives across domains of the professionals who serve patients with swallowing disorders. The in-depth, evidence-based assessment techniques and treatment models represent the most current dysphagia research and best practices. The book’s organization reflects the progression of most graduate-level dysphagia courses, with assessment techniques presented in the first half and special populations discussed in the latter half. The fifth edition has been thoroughly updated, with expanded references, perspectives on recently published literature reviews, and additional figures and tables. The authors have also added new pedagogical features and content revisions: * Treatment approaches have been updated to include new material on neuroplasticity, chin tuck against resistance (CTAR), and prophylactic strategies. * A new chapter on telehealth and dysphagia is available on the companion website and in the ebook version. * The chapter on endoscopy has been enhanced and expanded. * The chapters on fluoroscopy have been streamlined and condensed. * A new chapter focuses on the impact of dysphagia on the airway and how artificial airways may affect swallowing function. * The most recent nutrition guidelines have been updated, with a special focus on integration of texture modifications and dietary preferences with optimal nutrition. * The pediatrics chapter now provides a detailed discussion of thickeners and adequate nutrition. * End-of-chapter reflection questions have been updated. * Effective and well-documented examples of specific treatments have been included as supplementary boxes. * Additional videos with case studies are available. ​​Also available is a separate companion workbook for students, Dysphagia Assessment and Treatment Planning Workbook, Fifth Edition. The workbook includes practical exercises aligned with each chapter of the textbook. The activities and questions are designed to clarify and expand on information presented in the text and should be of interest not only to students but also to practicing clinicians seeking fresh approaches. The workbook has been thoroughly updated to reflect the new organization and content of the textbook. Disclaimer: Please note that ancillary content such as bonus chapter material may not be included as published in the original print version of this book.

Dysphagia Assessment and Treatment Planning: A Team Approach, Fourth Edition is an ideal resource for dysphagia courses in speech-language pathology graduate programs. The unique value of this book is its multidisciplinary approach. Too often, speech- language pathologists function clinically with insufficient interaction with, or understanding of, the roles of other professionals involved with their patients. This text incorporates information pertinent to the roles, tools, and views of a multidisciplinary dysphagia team, including physicians, speech pathologists, nurse specialists, and dietitians, who work together on a daily basis. In this fourth edition, the organization has changed, with chapters concerned with assessment techniques coming first, and material addressing special populations comprising the latter portion of the text. This reflects what is likely a more typical approach to dysphagia in graduate courses concerned with the topic and one that complements teaching of the subject matter. Updates to the fourth edition include: The treatment chapter (Chapter 10) has been updated to reflect the current status of therapeutic approaches previously considered in treating dysphagic patients. Chapters dealing with nursing (Chapter 11) and nutrition (Chapter 12) have been updated to incorporate the latest recommendations in nursing care and dietary considerations for patients experiencing dysphagia. The pediatrics chapter (Chapter 13) has been expanded to address specific problems and needs not only of infants but also the entire spectrum of childhood. A chapter devoted to the esophagus (Chapter 14) addresses new information on the management of esophageal disorders, including the novel double-balloon dilation of the UES and a device for manually opening the upper esophagus. Chapters addressing special populations, including neurogenic disease (Chapter 15) and head and neck cancer (Chapter 16), incorporate the latest informatio

Created to assist students in speech-language pathology graduate programs, the Dysphagia Assessment and Treatment Planning Workbook: A Team Approach, Fifth Edition facilitates knowledge retention and supports skill development as a companion to Dr. Rebecca Leonard and Dr. Katherine Kendall’s Dysphagia Assessment and Treatment Planning: A Team Approach, Fifth Edition textbook. Practical exercises and application activities, drawn from Dr. Julie Barkmeier-Kraemer’s experience teaching and training graduate students and colleagues in dysphagia, are included in the workbook to increase understanding of and engagement with each chapter in the associated textbook. The workbook features quiz questions, figure labeling, case-based problem solving, application of videofluoroscopic and FEES measures or ratings, and report writing practice. Answers or model responses are provided at the end of the workbook for the reader’s reference. The exercises are designed to clarify and expand on information presented in the textbook and should be of interest not only to students but also to practicing clinicians seeking fresh approaches. The activities and questions provided in the Dysphagia Assessment and Treatment Planning Workbook, Fifth Edition will help readers improve their understanding and implementation of clinical instruction in the area of dysphagia. They have been fully updated to align with the content of the new edition of the textbook. Disclaimer: Please note that ancillary content including case studies and the bonus chapter are not included as published in the original print version of this book.

-Accompanying interactive CD-ROM shows a series of dynamic swallowing studies of 10 normal adults and 9 dysphagic adults through video animations quantifying different portions of the swallow -Reviews major strategies for evaluation such as bedside, clinical, radiographic, and endoscopic evaluations in neurogenic, head and neck, pediatric, and other populations of dysphagic patients -Structured so that information regarding normal swallow and characteristics of particular adult populations are presented first

The Modified Barium Swallow (MBS) study is a commonly used radiographic procedure for diagnosis and treatment of swallowing disorders. Despite attempts by dysphagia specialists to standardize the MBS, most settings have not adopted such standardized procedures. High variability of assessment patterns arguably contribute to variability of treatment recommendations made from diagnostic information derived from the MBS. An online survey was distributed to SLPs participating in American Speech Language Hearing Association (ASHA) listservs. Sixty-three SLPs currently treating swallowing disorders participated. Outcome measures included 1) descriptive measures of participant demographics and 2) inter-rater agreement for treatment target and strategy recommendations made following review of MBS reports in low and high pathophysiology conditions, 3) chi-square analyses comparing target and strategy recommendations according to report stimulus, and 4) descriptive measures of clinicians' ratings of four MBS reports, including the information they reported as most useful for making treatment recommendations. Results indicated wide variability among clinicians for recommended treatment targets and techniques. Chi-square analyses revealed associations between target selection and appropriate treatment recommendations except when comparing compensatory and restorative recommendations in the low pathology condition. Results indicated a difference in the distributions (p

Accompanying CD-ROM includes: reproducible evaluation forms and samples; case samples; educational materials for patient, family, staff, and physicians; efficacy references for treatment techniques; FEES Report and Sample; information to obtain from chart review; sample letters to physicians; modified barium swallow report and samples; outpatient instrumental exam referral form; suctioning competency validation tool; swallowing questionnaire to provide additional history; resources and references--p. 6.

Clearly delineates the terminology and practices associated with compensatory versus rehabilitative treatment technique in neurogenic dysphagia. Includes comprehensive treatment planning and selection of techniques based on physiologic abnormalities, rather than symptomatology. Provides in-depth discussion of various biofeedback modalities and reviews the challenge of diet modification terminology and standard practices. Reviews surgical and pharmacological managemet of the dysphagia patient. TEXTBOOK