Dysphagia management: Does structured training improve the validity and reliability of cervical auscultation?
Liza Bergström, Julie A. Y. Cichero
Abstract
: Results demonstrate that with structured training, the validity of CA (to detect a Safe/Dysphagic swallow) significantly improves, as does intra-rater reliability. This is congruent with literature identifying the positive effects of structured training improving instrumental dysphagia assessment.
Topics & Concepts
DysphagiaAuscultationSwallowingReliability (semiconductor)Physical therapyMedicineAudiologyValidityPsychologyPhysical medicine and rehabilitationSurgeryPsychometricsClinical psychologyInternal medicinePower (physics)Quantum mechanicsPhysicsDysphagia Assessment and ManagementTracheal and airway disordersVoice and Speech Disorders