Dysphagia and the IDDSI Framework

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CPD27m of CPD
First Published
Updated27 November 2023
Expires 29 November 2024
Recorded InMelbourne, Australia

Course Overview

Imagine if the simple act of swallowing became a difficult, painful or even life-threatening process to endure. For people with dysphagia - the medical term for difficulty swallowing - this is an unfortunate reality. Discover more about what dysphagia is, the International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative (IDDSI) Framework, and how you can help support those in your care with this condition.

Topics
  • Understanding dysphagia
  • The effects of dysphagia
  • The IDDSI framework
  • Care tips for clients with dysphagia
Learning Outcomes
  • Understand what dysphagia is.
  • Recognise the health risks associated with dysphagia.
  • Have a basic understanding of the International Dysphagia Standardisation Initiative (IDDSI) Framework.
  • Offer practical care support to a person with dysphagia.
Target Audience

All healthcare staff providing care to people with dysphagia.

Disclosure

No conflict of interest exists for anyone in the position to control content for this activity. Wherever possible, generic or non-proprietary names of medications or products have been used.

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Details
CPD time27m
First Published
Updated27 November 2023
Expires
29 November 2024
Recorded InMelbourne, Australia
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