Safe Swallowing and Feeding Techniques

Outline:
Section 1: Introduction A. About This Course B. Learning Objectives Section 2: Dysphagia and Aspiration A. Dysphagia B. Aspiration C. Risk for Aspiration Pneumonia D. Review E. Summary Section 3: Warning Signs A. Warning Signs B. Coughing C. Choking D. Referrals E. Review F. Summary Section 4: Mealtime Preparations A. Before the Meal B. Positioning C. Dining Set-Up D. Review E. Summary Section 5: Techniques for Safe Swallowing A. Level of Consciousness B. The Swallowing Plan C. Dysphagia Diet D. Thickened Liquids E. Feeding Techniques F. After Mealtime G. Review H. Summary Section 6: Oral Health A. Saliva B. Dry Mouth C. Preventive Care D. Oral Care E. Review F. Summary Section 7: Conclusion A. Summary B. Course Contributor C. Resources D. References E. Congratulations!

Elizabeth Kellerman, MSN, RN worked as a critical care nurse in an Intensive Care Unit of a community hospital and that experience provided significant training in caring for older adults. Her experience and knowledge led her to nursing education where she taught at a community college as she received her Master's in Nurse Education at Western Carolina University. As a nursing instructor, she spent time in many types of care settings including medical-surgical inpatient and community living centers. Her passion for education and training has most recently led her to a position as Subject Matter Expert and Content Writer for Relias. She is currently developing her medical writing skills through the University of California San Diego's medical writing program. Disclosure: Elizabeth Kellerman, MSN, RN has declared that no conflict of interest, Relevant Financial Relationship or Relevant Non-Financial Relationship exists.