Speech Pathologist Management of Dysphagia Following Cardiothoracic Surgery

Speech Pathologist Management of Dysphagia Following Cardiothoracic Surgery - Disclosure

Course Description

This course provided information possible etiologies of dysphagia following various cardiothoracic surgeries and how to best evaluate these patients to provide them with best possible care.

Objectives

Following this course, participants will be able to:

1. List the possible etiologies of dysphagia following cardiothoracic surgery.
2. Compare and contrast dysphagia evaluation methods (clinical evaluation, videofluoroscopic swallow study and fiberoptic endoscopic evaluation of swallowing) for patients who have undergone cardiothoracic surgery.
3. Describe specific dysphagia considerations for post-operative lung transplant patients.

Method of Participation

The estimated time to complete this online activity and exam is 1 hour(s). To receive credit, a passing grade of 100% is required on a short online quiz. You will have opportunities to retake the quiz to achieve a passing score. After you have completed your exam and evaluation you will be able to automatically print your credit letter.

Credit

ASHA Approved Provider

0.10 ASHA CEUS, Intermediate Level

Faculty

Stevie Marvin, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S

Faculty Disclosure

In compliance with requirements of ASHA's Continuing Education Board concerning transparency in course planning, delivery and marketing, below is information of speakers' financial and non-financial interests relevant to the content of their presentations.

Instructional Personnel/Guest Speakers

Lecturer: Stevie Marvin, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S
Financial disclosures: UW Health – Salary – employment
Non-financial disclosures: None

Commercial Support

There is no commercial support for this activity.

Computer Requirements

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