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Quality of Life in People with Dementia: Measures, Methods, and Considerations

January 17, 2022 by Megan Berg.
This course targets clinical issues of assessment of quality of life (QoL) in people with dementia. Grounded in a patient-centered approach, the course provides a rationale for the need of QoL assessments. Different types of QoL outcome measures and factors for consideration when selecting an outcome measure will be discussed. Barriers to the implementation of […]
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Incorporating Principles of Neuroplasticity Into Aphasia Treatment Design

January 17, 2022 by Megan Berg.
The brain has an amazing ability to adapt after injury. This course will review principles of neuroplasticity and their application to aphasia intervention. This discussion will be placed in the larger context of best practices in aphasia management with consideration for how speech-language pathologists can facilitate improved communication and life participation for adults with aphasia.
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Alternative Nutrition and Hydration: Evidence and Ethical Considerations

January 17, 2022 by Megan Berg.
We will review the evidence base of alternative nutrition and hydration for patients who have survived a stroke or brain injury, live with a neuro-degenerative disease, are in a persistent vegetative state, and/or have dysphagia, advanced dementia, advanced cancer or organ failure, and/or head and neck cancer. Relevant case studies from the Center for Practical […]
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Collaborative Practice in SNFs: SLPs Supporting People with Dementia

January 17, 2022 by Megan Berg.
This course will outline practical strategies to support SLPs’ management of cognitive-communication disorders of people living with dementia in SNFs. Special attention will be paid to collaborative practice with CNAs and tools to support best practice implementation and sustainability. Strategies for SLPs to position themselves as key members of the healthcare team will be provided.
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Modified Barium Swallow Studies in Infant and Pediatric Patients

January 17, 2022 by Megan Berg.
At this time, there are very few infant or pediatric protocols and even less data on normative measures for infant and pediatric modified barium swallow studies (MBSS). This course will present the research on infant/pediatric swallow studies. The course will review candidacy for an MBSS, and include videos of MBSS to identify impairments and discuss […]
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Functional Memory Strategies for Mild Cognitive Impairment

January 17, 2022 by Megan Berg.
Mild Cognitive Impairment is an emerging diagnosis with evidence to show that speech therapy for memory can be beneficial. This course will review pertinent concepts including Mild Cognitive Impairment, Cognitive Reserve, and the Life Participation Approach. We will look at best practices, and how to use them within functional scenarios to meaningfully impact functional outcomes […]
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Headache Trigger Sensitivity and Avoidance After Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (2019)

January 17, 2022 by Megan Berg.
The study had 53 participants from two different study groups. Study 1 group had 17 participants who were recruited from four outpatient concussion clinics. Study 2 group had 36 participants that were recruited from two of the same concussion clinics. For inclusion criteria, the participants needed to be diagnosed with a mild TBI that occurred […]
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Frameworks for Parkinson’s Disease Rehabilitation Addressing When, What, and How (2021)

January 17, 2022 by Megan Berg.
This review synthesizes international clinical practice guidelines (CPGs) addressing rehabilitation for people with PD.WHEN: Rehabilitation Referral TimingThere is moderate strength for the recommendation of early rehabilitation (e.g., soon after diagnosis, when experiencing functional deficits due to motor or non-motor symptoms, and during hospitalizations for reduction of adverse events). In all stages of PD, rehabilitation should […]
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Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Speech-Language Pathology in the Emergency Department (2021)

January 17, 2022 by Megan Berg.
While research is still in its infancy, evidence exists for the benefits of OT and PT in reducing hospital admission and readmission rates, length of stay, rates of imaging, opioid use, cost of care, and increasing patient satisfaction when integrated into the ED. Each discipline provides a unique role within the ED and can contribute […]
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