CSD 6340 A (CRN: 10531)
Comm Sciences & Disorders: Swallowing Disorders (A)
3 credit hours
About CSD 6340 A
Introduction to normal and disordered swallowing function across the life span including etiologies, signs/symptoms of dysphagia, diagnostic procedures and treatment within an interdisciplinary model. Prerequisite: Communication Sciences & Disorders Graduate student.
Notes
Hybrid course; CSD 1st year graduate students only; Face-to-face meetings and on-line work to be announced; Open to Degree and PACE students
Section Description
Introduction to normal and disordered swallowing function across the life span including etiologies, signs/symptoms of dysphagia, diagnostic procedures and treatment within an interdisciplinary model.
Section Expectation
• Identify the stages/domains of swallowing
• Identify neuroanatomy of swallowing function
• Examine & describe structure & function of normal swallow
• Describe signs and symptoms (S/S) of a dysfunctional swallow across various diagnoses and compare/contrast with normal swallow
• Examine and describe basic differences/similarities between pediatric and adult swallowing function
• List various ethical considerations a clinician will encounter in practice
• Describe your role within various team structures across educational and medical settings
• Complete diagnostic reports critical for best patient care and service reimbursement
Students will attend a 1 hour and 15 minute class, twice a week. Weekly readings will be assigned that will cover the objectives above. Students are required to complete an online training program, MBSImP, which is an additional cost to students of $79.
Evaluation
Students are evaluated through quizzes, tests, oral and written presentations, and completion of the online training program (MBSImP).
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