Dysphagia and Nutritional Intake Presentation

Dysphagia and Nutritional Intake PresentationA review of literature reported that the incidence of dysphagia worldwide ranged from 29% (using screening techniques), to 81% (using instrumental techniques)*, which has highlight the growing prevalence of this issue.This presentation, presented by Neil Palliser-Bosomworth - Consultant Chef, talks about how Dysphagia can occur and the signs and symptoms of this illness. He also talks about the consequences and how to help your diet when you are suffering from such eating and drinking difficulties. The presentation reveals which different foods should be used, how to making food appealing using moulds and how to use thickeners such as Nutilis to make the perfect consistency.Below is a link to the free presentation that was recorded live on the 31st October 2008. Through the link you can also download the slides from the presentation, and the mp3 file to put on your digital audio devise (e.g. iPod).

 

 

 

 

*Martino R et al. (2005) Dysphagia after stroke: Incidence, Diagnosis, and pulmonary complications. Stroke, 36:2756-63

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