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Improving Outcomes for Children by Addressing Dysphagia and Oral Health in Long-Term Care

Improving Outcomes for Children by Addressing Dysphagia and Oral Health in Long-Term Care

In the realm of speech-language pathology, data-driven decisions are crucial for improving patient outcomes. The recent study titled "Dysphagia and Oral Health Concerns in Long-Term Care," published in the Canadian Journal of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, offers valuable insights into the prevalence and management of dysphagia and oral health issues in long-term care (LTC) settings. As practitioners, we can leverage these findings to enhance our practice and advocate for better care protocols.

Key Findings

The study highlights several critical issues:

Implications for Practice

To improve outcomes for children and other residents in LTC, practitioners should consider the following recommendations based on the study's findings:

Encouraging Further Research

While this study provides valuable insights, further research is needed to explore the long-term impacts of improved training and interprofessional collaboration on patient outcomes. Practitioners are encouraged to participate in or initiate research projects that investigate these areas.

To read the original research paper, please follow this link: Dysphagia and Oral Health Concerns in Long-Term Care.


Citation: Affoo, R., Polacco, R. C., Lam, B., Ma, J., Steele, C. M., & Namasivayam-MacDonald, A. (2023). Dysphagia and Oral Health Concerns in Long-Term Care. Canadian Journal of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, 47(2), 109-124. https://cjslpa.ca/files/2023_CJSLPA_Vol_47/No_2/CJSLPA_Vol_47_No_2_2023_1289.pdf
Marnee Brick, President, TinyEYE Therapy Services

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