Dysphagia

Student Learning Outcomes, Goals, Objectives:

Students successfully completing this course will be able to:

• Identify normal and abnormal anatomy as it relates to swallowing. Develop an understanding of neuroanatomical and neurophysiological bases for mastication and deglutition across the lifespan (ASHA Std. IV-B, IV-C).

• Identify and describe normal and abnormal swallowing function as well as describe various possible etiologies for swallowing disorders across the lifespan (ASHA Std. IV-B, IV-C).

• Assess and diagnose swallowing disorders in each of the four stages of swallowing across the lifespan. Provide appropriate treatment plans, including specific treatment strategies and appropriate rationale (ASHA Std. IV-B, IV-C, IV-D, IV-G).

• Develop knowledge of the nature of swallowing disorders, including their etiologies, characteristics, anatomical/physiological, acoustic, psychological, developmental, and cultural correlates (ASHA Std. IV-C).

• Develop knowledge about evaluation of patient progress and treatment efficacy (when to continue treatment, when to dismiss, and when referrals are appropriate) (ASHA Std. IV-G).

• Develop knowledge of processes used in research and the integration of research principles into evidence-based practice in the management of swallowing disorders (ASHA Std. IV-F).

• Develop skills in the administration of a basic clinical examination of swallowing function (ASHA Std. IV-G).

• Describe the non-oral options for nutritional intake and knowledge about ethical considerations, professional issues, and their impact on assessment.

Course Grading Information:

Activity/Performance Measure	Percentage/Points
Quizzes	30 points
Class Participation/Discussion Boards	20 points
Case Study Project	50 points
Exams	200 points
Research Summary	15 points
Total Points	315 points
Final Grade	(total #pts earned/315)*100

Grading Scale:

Percentage	Letter Grade
100-95	A
94.75-90	A-
89.75-88.75	B+
88.5-85	B
84.75-80	B-
79.75-78	C+
77.75-75	C
74.75-70	C-
67-69	D+
60-66	D-
Below 60	F

Attendance/Participation:

The instructor will grade class participation based on attendance, classroom and/or online discussion, and completion of other assignments throughout the semester.

Course Materials Purchased by the Students:

Groher, M., & Crary, M. (2016) Dysphagia: Clinical management in adults and children, second edition. Elsevier Inc., St. Louis, MO. ISBN: 978-0-323-18701-5