SLP Role in the Esophageal Stage of Swallowing
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DysphagiaWhat exactly is our role when it comes to esophageal dysfunction? This material describes the SLP’s role in screening for/being a part of a multidisciplinary team to treat esophageal dysphagia. Includes a handy reference chart for comparing and contrasting the symptoms of each etiology of dysphagia. This printable clinical reference is for speech-language pathologists working with adult patients, covering Dysphagia. Print Resource, US Letter, 2 pages. Members can view and print it.
Use this resource when a patient, family, or colleague asks:
- What is the SLP role in esophageal dysphagia?
- How can esophageal dysphagia mimic oropharyngeal dysphagia?
- What symptoms suggest esophageal dysmotility versus oropharyngeal dysphagia?
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