CSD 536 - Dysphagia (3 cr.)

This course will provide students with information regarding normal and disordered swallowing/glutition. Anatomy and physiology of swallowing, and the processes of evaluating, diagnosing and treating oropharyngeal dysphagia across the life span will be covered. Students will demonstrate skills in these areas of management. Various technological methods for assessment will be presented. Interdisciplinary concerns and the impacts of ethical and cognitive issues will be discussed.
Prerequisite(s): CSD 533
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer