Description
Managing dysphagia in the tracheostomized patient
Book Summary
This pioneering work in Spanish offers a comprehensive, evidence-based guide to managing dysphagia in patients with a tracheostomy. Written by a multidisciplinary team of specialists, the book provides practical tools for the assessment and treatment of this complex condition, addressing both the decannulation process and the improvement of the patient's quality of life. An essential resource for healthcare professionals seeking a transdisciplinary and updated perspective.
What is it about?
The book focuses on the assessment and treatment of swallowing disorders in patients with tracheostomy tubes, two conditions that often occur simultaneously and limit conventional therapeutic options. The work addresses swallowing interventions from a holistic perspective, analyzing their relevance both in the decannulation process and in the day-to-day life of the patient and their environment. Management strategies are explored from different disciplines, including speech therapy, otolaryngology, rehabilitative medicine, nursing, and respiratory physiotherapy, offering a team approach to the specific needs generated by this dual condition.
Main Topics
- Clinical and instrumental assessment of dysphagia in tracheostomized patients.
- Swallowing intervention strategies and their impact on the decannulation process.
- Multidisciplinary management and coordination between specialists (speech therapy, otolaryngology, rehabilitation, nursing, physiotherapy).
- Adaptation of treatment techniques to the limitations imposed by the tracheostomy tube.
- Impact of dysphagia and tracheostomy on the quality of life of the patient and their caregivers.
Who is it recommended for?
Intended for healthcare professionals involved in the management of swallowing disorders, such as speech therapists, phoniatrists, otolaryngologists, rehabilitation physicians, nurses, and respiratory physiotherapists. It is also highly useful for patients and family members seeking verified and accurate information on managing dysphagia in the context of a tracheostomy.
What this book provides
- A transdisciplinary and practical vision, based on evidence, for managing a complex condition with limited bibliography in Spanish.
- Tools for shared clinical decision-making with the patient and their environment, improving therapeutic options.
- Specialized knowledge to optimize swallowing interventions, facilitating the decannulation process and improving quality of life.
- Updated and accurate information, useful both for clinical practice and for the education of patients and caregivers.
Technical Specifications
- Author: Gimenez Barriga
- Publisher: Elsevier
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: Medicine, Otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat), Intensive care medicine, Physiotherapy
- Collection: Medicine
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: April 2024
- Number of pages: 150
- Weight: 1150 g
Editorial Review
This is a mandatory reference text for any professional working with tracheostomized patients with dysphagia. Its multidisciplinary approach and practical orientation fill an editorial gap in Spanish, offering concrete solutions to a common clinical challenge. The work stands out for its direct utility in decision-making and its potential to significantly improve the care and quality of life of patients.