Bedside Swallow

Bedside Swallow Assessment Quiz

Test your knowledge on the critical aspects of bedside swallow evaluations. This quiz is designed for healthcare professionals to ensure they are equipped with the latest knowledge in dysphagia management.

Take the quiz to learn more about how to:

Identify risks associated with swallowing
Understand the phases of swallow
Implement effective screening techniques

9 Questions2 MinutesCreated by SwallowSense312

What do you do if patient fails screening?

Move to instrumental

Wait a few days and see how they feel

Keep feeding them different consistencies

Tell them they are fine and continue with the screening

What do you look for during each swallow?

Laryngeal elevation

Timeliness of swallow

Coordination of swallow

Sound of voice after swallow

It is important to make sure all structures are in tact during the physical exam.

True

False

Clinical research has shown a 70% error rate at bedside.

True

False

SLPs CAN see two out of the three phases during a bedside swallow exam

True

False

Special Equipment is needed for a bedside swallow

True

False

Always begin with substances that are the hardest to swallow then move to easiest

True

False

If you have dysphagia, aspiration is always a risk!

True

False

Various health problems can lead to Dysphagia

True

False

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