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Trach, Vent, and Swallow – Part 2: Innovations and Assessments in Dysphagia Management

Trach, Vent, and Swallow – Part 2: Innovations and Assessments in Dysphagia Management22 jul 202534 min

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Tracheostomy Education Podcast, Nicole and Jerry discuss swallowing management for patients with tracheostomy and mechanical ventilation. They explore the increased risk of aspiration, the importance of thorough assessments by speech pathologists, and the use of instrumental assessments like FEES and modified barium swallow studies. The conversation also touches on innovations in swallowing assessment, including subglottic suctioning, and emphasizes the...