This structure prevents food from entering the vestibule of the larynx ___

The entrances into the nasal cavity are the:

You are consulted to evaluate the speech and swallowing function of a patient on mechanical ventilation through a tracheostomy tube. Discuss some essential considerations and components of your bedside evaluation protocol. (Hint: what are you looking for/what tasks do you include/who do you consult with/etc).

What are some dysphagic symptoms you may expect to see in a patient status/post TBI?

Match the dysphagic symptom/side effect with the associated disorder.

Oropharyngeal dysphagia co-occurs with esophageal dysphagia in numerous patient populations.

Myasthenia gravis is a movement disorder that impacts the neuromuscular junction. What are two common signs/symptoms of dysphagia that these patients complain of? What is one compensation/recommendation you could provide?

Match the patient complaint to the associated disorder.

Discuss the benefits of a one-way speaking valve for the improvement of swallowing function in a patient with a tracheostomy tube. (2 points). What are some indications that a patient is appropriate for a one-way speaking valve (1 point).

Esophageal peristalsis paired with gravity promotes normal bolus flow through the esophagus.