Dysphagia
Difficulty swallowing — a major aspiration risk, especially post-stroke.
Dysphagia is difficulty swallowing and a major aspiration risk, especially after a stroke. A speech-language pathologist’s swallow evaluation determines the safe diet texture and whether liquids must be thickened. At every meal, sit the client fully upright with the chin tucked, offer small bites, allow unhurried time, and keep suction available.
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