Considerations in the management of infants and children with feeding and swallowing issues: The feeding therapist perspective
Date and time: October 20, 2023 at 12 pm ET
Hosted by: Dysphagia Assessment and Treatment Network (DATN) and Pediatric Nutrition Network
Speaker: Sherna Marcus, BSC. OT, MHS, OT Reg. (Ont.) at the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto
After attending this session, the participants will be able to:
- Understand the complex interplay of issues that can impact oral feeding in infants and children
- Obtain information about the clinical presentation and possible interventions for different issues
- Understand the pros and cons of instrumental swallowing assessments and when they are/ are not helpful
- Understand things to consider when implementing a hunger provocation program for tube weaning
To register: This event is now closed. Please check the Dysphagia Assessment and Treatment and Pediatric Nutrition Network portals for the recording.
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