Dysphagia

Overview

Subject area

LCD

Catalog Number

733

Course Title

Dysphagia

Description

The anatomy and physiology of normal and disordered glutition. Emphasis is on medical issues related to the etiology, symptomatology, diagnosis, and treatment of swallowing disorders. Topics include various technological methods of assessment including modified barium swallow and fiberoptic endoscopic evaluation of swallowing; interdisciplinary concerns; and impact of ethical and cognitive issues.

Typically Offered

Fall, Spring

Academic Career

Graduate

Liberal Arts

Yes

Credits

Minimum Units

3

Maximum Units

3

Academic Progress Units

3

Repeat For Credit

No

Components

Name

Lecture

Hours

3

Course Schedule