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Dysphagia Awareness

Dysphagia Awareness

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  • Completion Certificate
  • 24/7 Technical Support

Highlights

  • Delivered Online or In-Person

  • Delivered at your location

  • UK Wide

  • 3 hours

  • All levels

Description

Overview

Dysphagia presents a multifaceted challenge that can culminate in aspiration, malnutrition, and a diminished quality of life.

This course serves as a comprehensive exploration of dysphagia, unravelling its root causes, evaluation techniques, and measures for ensuring secure swallowing practices.

Practical use of thickening agents also available for face-to-face delivery.

Details

What will I learn on this course?

  • Causes of dysphagia and common swallowing problems

  • The anatomy of swallowing

  • How to recognise when someone is having difficulty swallowing

  • Reducing risk of choking

  • Knowing when to escalate and refer to a specialist

  • Privacy, dignity and respect

  • Alternatives to oral feeding

  • Practical use of food thickening agents (optional)

Certification

Successful candidates will receive certification of achievement.

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