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Handout

Total Laryngectomy Pre/Post Anatomy and Physiology

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
AdultSLPDysphagiaRespiratory
This powerful visual helps patients and caregivers conceptualize the changes that take place during surgical removal of the larynx. Also includes a list of changes that may occur related to speech and swallowing.
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Handout

Patient Door Sign: Traumatic Brain Injury Dos and Don’ts

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
AdultOTSLPBrain Injury
People who have survived brain injuries often need quieter, calmer spaces. It’s easy to forget that in a bustling medical environment. This simple sign reminds staff and visitors to follow some basic TBI etiquette when interacting with survivors before they enter the room.
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Clinical Reference Handout

Swallow Study Orders: Quick Reference for Providers

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
AdultSLPDysphagia
Conflicting information can be confusing for providers, resulting in writing incorrect or incomplete orders for patients when it comes to swallow studies. This very brief summary provides an easy, quick-to-read summary you can share with providers in order to improve the accuracy of their orders. Covers clinical swallow exam, MBSS/VFSS, FEES, and the esophagram.
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Eval Tool Handout

Discharge Recommendations: Cognition Strategies

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
AdultOTSLPAgingBrain InjuryHealth Management and Self AdvocacyHome ModificationsProgressive Neurological ConditionsStroke
Customize your recommendations for patients’ cognitive needs and their level of assistance required for daily and preferred activities at discharge.
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Clinical Reference

Basic Exercise Guidelines for Cancer Survivors

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
AdultOTSLPCancer
People with cancer benefit from exercise therapy. This resource outlines the basics regarding exercise guidelines for people with cancer.
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Clinical Reference Eval Tool Handout

The Cranial Nerves and the Swallow

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
AdultSLPDysphagia
This visual handout describes the function of each cranial nerve related to swallow and what can be expected if this nerve is damaged.
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Eval Tool

Sensory Preferences Checklist

Print Resource — US Letter — 4 pages
AdultOTBrain InjuryHealth Management and Self AdvocacyMental HealthStroke
This resource is a client-centered screening tool for adults with sensory difficulties. It has a comprehensive checklist of stimuli to develop a personalized reference that can be provided to caregivers, family members, etc to share what stimuli the individual finds triggering and methods of calming.
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Handout

Hospice Information for Caregivers: Facilitating a Smooth Transition

Print Resource — US Letter — 3 pages
AdultOTADLs/IADLsAgingCaregiver SupportsDementia
This resource educates families and caregivers about optimizing the transition to hospice. It provides examples of equipment that may be utilized and highlights safety with transfers and ADL engagement, keeping the patient and family involved, and meaningful activities to complete during end-of-life.
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Clinical Reference

Trauma-Informed Care for Rehab Professionals: The Basics

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
AdultOTSLPBrain InjuryHealth Management and Self AdvocacyMental HealthWomen's Health
This resource covers the basics of a trauma-informed approach to care. It includes specific language to utilize and environmental adaptations that can be implemented to support patients with a history of trauma.
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Handout

Pelvic Floor Anatomy

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
AdultOTBowel/BladderWomen's Health
This handout provides a visual representation of pelvic floor anatomy that can be used to educate clients and demonstrate what muscles various therapeutic exercises and activities target.
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Therapy Material

Creating an Adult Sensory Diet

Print Resource — US Letter — 5 pages
AdultOTBrain InjuryHealth Management and Self AdvocacyStroke
This resource offers insights into creating an adult sensory diet. It includes a worksheet portion that can be used to create a sensory diet as part of an intervention plan.
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Clinical Reference Handout

Common Autoimmune Diseases and Dysphagia

Print Resource — US Letter — 3 pages
AdultSLPDysphagia
Autoimmune diseases can cause dysphagia when the body’s immune system attacks healthy cells, organs, and tissues involved in the swallowing process. This handout provides basic information on fifteen autoimmune diseases that can affect swallow function.
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Handout Therapy Material

Using Artificial Intelligence As a Brain Injury Survivor

Print Resource — US Letter — 3 pages
AdultOTSLPBrain Injury
This material provides examples of how AI can provide support and be beneficial after surviving a brain injury.
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Eval Tool Therapy Material

PROs and PROMs for Dysphagia Treatment

Print Resource — US Letter — 6 pages
AdultSLPDysphagia
These dysphagia-related patient-reported outcomes (PROs) and patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) guide therapy sessions toward a more person-centered approach for dysphagia treatment. This packet includes the Dysphagia Handicap Index (DHI), the M.D. Anderson Dysphagia Inventory (MDADI), the Swallowing Disturbance Questionnaire, and the EAT-10.
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Handout Therapy Material

Step by Step Visual Guide: Ordering Groceries Online

Print Resource — US Letter — 12 pages
AdultOTSLPBrain InjuryStroke
This step by step visual guide breaks down the steps of ordering groceries online for people who benefit from single-step, visual directions.
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Therapy Material

Thought Record Worksheet

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
AdultOTMental Health
This is an activity that the OT practitioner can complete with their client or provide as homework to help clients recognize the relationship and influence thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. McManus, F., Van Doorn, K., & Yiend, J. (2012). Examining the effects of thought records and behavioral experiments in instigating belief change. Journal of Behavior Therapy […]
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Therapy Material

Brock String Exercises

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
AdultOTBrain InjuryVision
This handout provides instructions in HEP format to perform Brock string exercises for vision training and rehab to address impairments, such as convergence insufficiency, commonly affected by brain injuries.
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Handout

Basics to Understanding Pressure Wounds

Print Resource — US Letter — 5 pages
AdultOTSeating and Mobility
This handout is intended to help patients, family members and caregivers better understand the basics of pressure wounds. It includes education on pressure-related wounds, risk factors, and prevention.
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Handout

Spinal Surgery and Occupational Therapy

Print Resource — US Letter — 3 pages
AdultOTADLs/IADLsOrthopaedics
This handout provides information about recovery from spinal surgery through an OT perspective. It covers pre-surgery considerations, spinal precautions, and safe completion of various ADLs.
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