Dysphagia: from early detection to safe nutrition ONLINE 4 hours

129,00 $

Dysphagia is a symptom of another health problem. There are many causes: neurological, muscular or cognitive disorders, adverse effects of medical treatment, or side-effects of medication. Serious psychosocial and medical consequences follow.

Detecting dysphagia by rapidly recognizing its sometimes subtle clinical manifestations can help prevent the associated consequences. Screening must be complemented by assessment, with certain tests complementing the clinical examination.

Description

This training is specifically designed for nurses, nursing assistants, dietitians who are members of the OPDQ, speech therapists AND anyone caring for adults at risk.

Accredited training

Duration: 4 hours

Training content :

- Module 1: Anatomy and physiology of swallowing-related structures
- Module 2: Causes of dysphagia
- Module 3: Recognizing the signs and symptoms of dysphagia
- Module 4: Applying treatments to relieve dysphagia and reduce the risk of complications
- Module 5: The law and ethical issues

This ONLINE training includes: case studies, videos and quizzes. Each module is made up of videos that will help you integrate the material and apply it to your everyday life. It's as if you were with the trainer, but you complete the course at your own pace. The PowerPoint training document is available for downloading and printing.

You have 1 year's access to your online training.

Accredited 4-hour certificate.

Trainer: Mireille Guillemette RN-BEd, speaker, author, trainer at the Quebec City Centre for Excellence in Aging.