Description
The balancing of skill development and safety can be complex for therapists, particularly in developing eating and drinking skills with infants who have or are at risk of cerebral palsy where there is a higher risk of oropharyngeal dysphagia.
This module is the second in a two-part series that aims to equip learners with the knowledge and skills required to work with these infants in developing eating and drinking skills. This module focuses on managing oral intake of solids.
By completing this module, you will learn to:
- Recognise oropharyngeal dysphagia during eating to prioritise safety considerations, with a focus on solid foods.
- Apply evidence-based interventions to improve eating.
- Utilise clinical decision-making skills to plan interventions and make adjustments that facilitate skill development in eating solids