Dysphagia Management for Direct Care Staff

Dysphagia, or difficulty swallowing, presents significant health risks, including choking and aspiration pneumonia. This specialized course provides direct care staff with critical training on how to safely support individuals with dysphagia. Participants will learn to recognize the signs and symptoms of swallowing difficulties, understand the importance of modified diets and thickened liquids, and implement safe feeding techniques. The course also covers emergency response procedures for choking incidents and the vital role of accurate documentation. This training ensures staff can provide safe, compliant, and dignified mealtime support.