Clinical ReferenceEval Tool

Using the BOLUS Framework in Collaborative Dysphagia Care

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Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages

Population:

Adult

Discipline:

SLP

Diagnosis:

Dysphagia

References:

  • Palmer, P. M., & Padilla, A. H. (2024). Linking the impact of aspiration to host variables using the BOLUS framework: support from a rapid review. Frontiers in Rehabilitation Sciences, 5, 1412635.
This resource provides a structured approach to applying the BOLUS framework in dysphagia management, helping clinicians assess aspiration-related risks while keeping patient goals at the center of care. Designed for interdisciplinary collaboration, it includes a practical risk assessment checklist and guidance on engaging patients, families, and healthcare teams in shared decision-making.
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