Dysphagia Following Stroke

Dysphagia Following Stroke
Author: Stephanie K. Daniels
Publisher: Plural Publishing
Total Pages: 523
Release: 2019-01-24
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1635500311

Now with videos! Dysphagia Following Stroke, Third Edition is a practical and easy-to-use resource for clinicians treating swallowing disorders in the stroke population. The authors bridge the gap between academic and clinical practice with up-to-date research and clinical case examples throughout. In addition to a thorough overview of dysphagia diagnosis and management, this text focuses heavily on evaluation and management of stroke. Key topics include neural underpinnings of normal and disordered swallowing, swallowing screening, the clinical swallowing examination including cough reflex testing, the expanding array of instrumental swallowing modalities, and the rehabilitation of swallowing including strength training, non-invasive brain stimulation, and skill training. While geared toward practicing clinicians, Dysphagia Following Stroke is also useful for students in professional training programs. New to the Third Edition: A third author, Kristin Gozdzikowska, bring a fresh perspective as a young clinician and researcher with particular expertise in high resolution manometry and various cutting-edge treatment techniquesNew larger 6" x 9" trim sizeUpdated chapters on assessment to include new and emerging instrumental technologies, including high resolution manometry, impedance, and ultrasoundUpdated chapters on management to include the newly described International Dysphagia Diet Standardization InitiativeNew and expanded framework for rehabilitation, with a shift from peripherally focused rehabilitation to neuromodulation of cortical swallowing controlNew and updated research and trends in clinical practice throughoutIncludes videos This thoroughly updated and enhanced edition of Dysphagia Following Stroke is sure to remain a valued resource for clinicians working with stroke patients in all settings. Disclaimer: Please note that ancillary content (such as documents, audio, and video, etc.) may not be included as published in the original print version of this book.

Books in Brazil

Books in Brazil
Author: Laurence Hallewell
Publisher: Scarecrow Press
Total Pages: 550
Release: 1982
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780810815919

No descriptive material is available for this title.

The Benefits of Learning

The Benefits of Learning
Author: Tom Schuller
Publisher: Psychology Press
Total Pages: 230
Release: 2004
Genre: Education
ISBN: 9780415328005

Presenting the findings of the first large scale study on the social consequences of participation in various forms of adult and lifelong learning, this book investigates the relationships between education and key social concerns such as health.

Colposcopy and Treatment of Cervical Intraepithelial Neoplasia

Colposcopy and Treatment of Cervical Intraepithelial Neoplasia
Author: John W. Sellors
Publisher: International Agency for Research on Cancer
Total Pages: 132
Release: 2003
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 9789283204121

For many women in developing countries, such as sub-Saharan Africa, south and south-east Asia, and central and south America, there is a high risk of cervical cancer, but a lack of effective programmes to detect and treat such a problem. This introductory manual is intended to simply the learning of colposcopy (a diagnostic and evaluation method for cervical intraepithelia neoplasia, or cervical cancer).

Occupational Safety and Hygiene

Occupational Safety and Hygiene
Author: Pedro Arezes
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 648
Release: 2013-04-04
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1138000477

Occupational Safety and Hygiene presents selected papers from the International Symposium on Occupational Safety and Hygiene – SHO2013 (Guimarães, Portugal, 14-15 February 2013), which was organized by the Portuguese Society for Occupational Safety and Hygiene (SPOSHO). The contributions from 15 different countries focus on: - Occupational safety - Risk assessment - Safety management - Ergonomics - Management systems - Environmental ergonomics - Physical environments - Construction safety - Human factors The papers included in the book are mainly based on research carried out at universities and other research institutions, but they are also based on practical studies developed by Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) practitioners within their companies. As a result, this book will be useful to get acquainted with the state-of-the-art of the research within the aforementioned domains, as well as with some practical tools and approaches that are currently used by OHS professionals worldwide.

Adult Learning and Education

Adult Learning and Education
Author: Kjell Rubenson
Publisher: Academic Press
Total Pages: 327
Release: 2011-02-17
Genre: Education
ISBN: 0123814898

A collection of 46 articles from the diverse and still emerging field of adult education.

Implementing Mental Health Promotion

Implementing Mental Health Promotion
Author: Margaret M. Barry
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Total Pages: 725
Release: 2007-01-01
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 044310025X

A comprehensive overview to implementing mental health promotion programmes with different population groups across a range of settings. This work shows how information from research can be used to inform programme development and best practice. It provides examples of successful international programmes.