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What is one of the impacts of dysphagia on daily activities?
What is one of the impacts of dysphagia on daily activities?
- Increased appetite
- Improved enjoyment of foods and drinks
- Enhanced independence
- Decreased enjoyment of foods and drinks (correct)
Which tool is NOT commonly used for documentation to justify dysphagia services?
Which tool is NOT commonly used for documentation to justify dysphagia services?
- Modified Barium Swallow Study (MBSS)
- Chest X-Rays
- Flexible Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES)
- CT Scans (correct)
Which patient population has a high incidence of dysphagia due to weakness following an event?
Which patient population has a high incidence of dysphagia due to weakness following an event?
- Patients with developmental defects
- Individuals with head and neck oncology
- Elderly individuals with cardiac-related conditions
- People recovering from Cerebrovascular Accidents (CVAs) (correct)
What is a common challenge in treating dysphagia in patients with dementia?
What is a common challenge in treating dysphagia in patients with dementia?
Which statement is true regarding the incidence of dysphagia in elderly people?
Which statement is true regarding the incidence of dysphagia in elderly people?
What is a financial burden that may be incurred due to dysphagia?
What is a financial burden that may be incurred due to dysphagia?
What is a risk factor leading to long-term dysphagia after a Cerebrovascular Accident (CVA)?
What is a risk factor leading to long-term dysphagia after a Cerebrovascular Accident (CVA)?
Which demographic has a high incidence of dysphagia that is difficult to assess and treat?
Which demographic has a high incidence of dysphagia that is difficult to assess and treat?
'SLP involvement in dementia patients relies heavily on compensatory strategies and diet modifications' - What does SLP stand for in this context?
'SLP involvement in dementia patients relies heavily on compensatory strategies and diet modifications' - What does SLP stand for in this context?
What is NOT a common tool used for documentation in justifying dysphagia services?
What is NOT a common tool used for documentation in justifying dysphagia services?
