COMSC 71900 - Assessment and Management of Dysphagia across the Lifespan

Normal and abnormal swallowing function across the lifespan, clinically known as dysphagia; evaluation, management, and treatment of dysphagia across various neurological, mechanical, and esophageal conditions in infants, children and adults will be emphasized. Interpretation of modified barium swallow (MBS) and fiberoptic endoscopic evaluation of swallow (FEES) studies as well as non-oral options for nutrition/hydration will be addressed.

Hours 60
Credits 4