SLP-5401 Dysphagia
Normal anatomy and physiology of mastication and deglutition (chewing and swallowing) as well as disrupted stages of feeding and swallowing are presented for pediatric, adult and elderly patients. Discussion of etiologies and characteristics of swallowing disorders. Interprofessional education and inter-collaborative service models are described in the diagnosis and treatment of dysphagia along with current research indicative of best practices.