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Dysphagia

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University ACD (Dysphagia) Flashcards on Dysphagia, created by little_hunni120 on 29/07/2013.
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What is Dysphagia? Difficulty swallowing. Neurological/structural damage Affects food movement ->stomach 4 stages: 1- Pre Oral 2- Oral- bolus 3-Pharyngeal swallow+ larynx 4- Oesophageal -peristalsis + spinchter
Problems Oral Stage inadequate seal- dribble Red chewing - residue Regurgitation Poor control of tongue Problems with Pharyngeal Delayed/absent swallow Red larynx closure-> Aspiration
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