Communication and Swallowing Management of Tracheostomized and Ventilator Dependent Adults

Foreword. Preface. Acknowledgments. Overview Of The Respiratory And Phonatory Systems: Normal And Disordered. Airway Management Techniques. Endotracheal Tubes And Tracheostomy Tubes. Mechanical Ventilation. Oral Communication Options. Nonoral Communication. Pathophysiology Of Swallowing. Assessment And Management Of Dysphagia. Case Studies. Program Development. References. Glossary. APPENDIX A: RESOURCES. APPENDIX B: COMMUNICATION NEEDS ASSESSMENT. APPENDIX C: SAMPLE COMMUNICATION AND SWALLOWING EVALUATION FOR FOR TRACHEOSTOMIZED AND VENTILATOR-DEPENDENT PATIENTS. APPENDIX D: BLUE DYE TRACKING SHEET. Index.