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SLT502 - Principles of Dysphagia

2023

Sector

Higher Education

Discipline

Speech Therapy

Credit Points

Equivalent Units

Prerequisites

Must have passed 1 unit in (SLT506)

Incompatible

Assumed Knowledge

Unit Description

This unit provides students with the knowledge and skills to conduct clinical assessments and intervention for feeding and swallowing impairments in adults and children. Students will gain an understanding of the anatomy, physiology and neurology of the normal stages of swallowing, including the typical development of swallowing and changes with ageing. They will also explore aetiological factors and quality of life issues associated with swallowing disorders.

Unit Learning Outcomes

1.	Review normal swallowing across the lifespan and report on the aetiologies, presentations and risks associated with dysphagia.
2.	Evaluate the use of clinical and instrumental assessments for dysphagia, demonstrating an understanding of the strengths, weaknesses and information obtained.
3.	Analyse and integrate assessment results and case information to formulate an appropriate evidence-based, person-centred management plan for clients with dysphagia.
4.	Critically reflect on the role of other members of the dysphagia team, including clients and partners/carers.
5.	Evaluate the ethical, legal and quality of life issues surrounding dysphagia assessment and management.

Assessment Overview

	Assessment Task	Value (of total mark)	Related Learning Outcome/s
1.	Quiz (20 questions)	10%	1
2.	Case study (1200 words - Hurdle)	45%	1,2,4,5
3.	Report (2000 words - Hurdle)	45%	1,2,3,4,5

Unit Availability

Year	Semester	Att Mode	Location	Learning Method	Timetable*
2023	Semester 2	Internal	Casuarina Campus	OLR	View
2023	Semester 2	External	External Studies	OLR	View

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