Dysphagia Awareness Training
This Dysphagia Awareness Training Course is designed for care staff, nurses, healthcare assistants and other healthcare professionals who support people with swallowing difficulties (dysphagia). The course provides essential knowledge to help staff recognise the signs of dysphagia, support safe eating and drinking, reduce the risks of choking and aspiration, and know when to escalate concerns to an appropriate healthcare professional.
This course covers:
Dysphagia and common swallowing problems
The anatomy and physiology of swallowing
Recognising signs and symptoms
Safer mealtimes
Food and fluid textures
Choking risks
Referral and escalation
Dignity and respect
Alternatives to oral feeding