Description: Many individuals who have long-term swallowing impairments after stroke need continued support from the medical community to address malnutrition, dehydration, pneumonia, quality of life, and community support. This HELP session will focus on the journey of Jim Pastorius, who suffered severe swallowing impairments after a brainstem stroke in 2017. Despite this, Jim eventually had his feeding tube removed. Nevertheless, Jim relies on Botox injections to keep his upper esophageal sphincter open and has to avoid many eating situations to ensure that he does not choke. The April 2024 HELP session will include pre-recorded and live-streamed educational material to discuss post-stroke dysphagia and share Jim’s experiences. It will be held from 2-4pm Eastern.
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Early Bird Discount: Use promo code HELP to get $20 off registration until March 31, 2024 only.
Learning Objectives:
After this course, the learner will be able to:
Understand post-stroke dysphagia and its effects on swallowing and health
Recognize the impact of dysphagia on quality of life (QOL) for individuals post-stroke, including social, emotional, and functional implications.
Explore evidence-based assessments and treatment approaches employed by SLPs to manage dysphagia post-stroke
Develop personalized care plans for patients with post-stroke dysphagia for improved outcomes.
Session Agenda
A. Pre-recorded coursework provided by www.stepcommunity.com
HELP Introduction
Normal Swallowing Events (SNAPS video)
Comparing Pre-Study MBS Thinking in Research vs. Clinic
MBSS Interpretation (Foundations Video)
Patient Swallow Videos
FEES Overview
Contrast Overview
EMST Overview
B. Live-streamed coursework offered by Swallowing Wellness
Taking patent history and current concerns and successes
Clinical Swallowing Examination (CSE)
Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES) and Modified Barium Swallow Study (MBS)
Counseling - clinical recommendations and patient reflections
Total Time = 4 hours (240 minutes)
ASHA CEUs: 0.4
Registration Information:
Registration for this course is $75.
Use promo code HELP to get $20 off until March 31, 2024.
Paid registrations for online courses are non-refundable.
Partial credit will not be offered for this course at this time.
Special Needs: Indicate any special assistance required when you register.
Complaints and feedback for improvement can be emailed to support@stepcommunity.com
This course is offered for 0.4 ASHA CEUs (Introductory level, Professional area)