Dysphagia: clinical management in adults and children
Groher, Michael E.
Crary, Michael A.
Develop the understanding and clinical reasoning skills you'll need to confidently manage dysphagia in professional practice! This logically organized, evidence-based resource reflects the latest advancements in dysphagia in an approachable, student-friendly manner to help you master the clinical evaluation and diagnostic decision-making processes. Realistic case scenarios, detailed review questions, and up-to-date coverage of current testing procedures and issues in pediatric development prepare you for the conditions you'll face in the clinical setting and provide an unparalleled foundation for professional success. INDICE: Part 1: Foundations1. Nature of the Problem 2. Normal Swallowing in Adults3. Normal Swallowing and Development in the Term and Preterm InfantPart 2: Causes and Characteristics of Dysphagia 4. Disorders in Infants and Children5. Adult Neurologic Disorders6. Head and Neck Cancer7. Esophageal Disorders8. Respiratory and Iatrogenic DisordersPart 3: Evaluation of Swallowing9. The Clinical Evaluation of Adults10. The Instrumental Evaluation11. Special Considerations in Evaluating Infants and ChildrenPart 4: Approaches to Treatment 12.Planning Treatment13. Treatment for Infants and Children14. Treatment for Adults 15. Ethical Considerations
- ISBN: 978-0-323-05298-6
- Editorial: Mosby
- Encuadernacion: Cartoné
- Páginas: 336
- Fecha Publicación: 14/12/2009
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés