Top Ten Tips Palliative Care Clinicians Should Know About Dysphagia and Adult Swallowing Interventions in Serious Illness
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: This article highlights the important role of speech-language pathologists (SLPs) in palliative care (PC), emphasizing their contribution to supporting people with eating, drinking, and swallowing difficulties during serious illnesses and at the end of life. The recommendations underscore the necessity of interdisciplinary collaboration among SLPs and other PC team members, the importance of patient and caregiver education, and the application of patient-centered, comfort-focused approaches to dysphagia intervention. Drawing on current research and expert insights, this article explores the use of SLP services in PC, as well as the challenges in supporting people with eating and drinking difficulties in advanced stages of illness, embedded with practical tips for clinicians.
Source: Journal of Palliative Medicine
Authors: Sanora Yonan, Taylor Wilde, Alexa Rogers, Kelly J. Trumpatori, Kristie Calix, Christina Barnes, Terri Durkin, Eric Mecusker, Christopher A. Jones, Caitlyn M. Moore, Laura Chahda, Amanda Stead, Lisa A. LaGorio, Paula Leslie
Institutions: University of Maryland, Baltimore, City Of Hope National Medical Center, VA West Los Angeles Medical Center, Mayo Clinic in Arizona, Mayo Clinic Hospital, Emory Healthcare, Seton Hall University, Holy Redeemer, Duke University, Thomas Jefferson University, Victoria University, Pacific University, Rush University, Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Newcastle upon Tyne Hospital, Lancaster University
Language: English
Subfield: Speech and Hearing
Field: Health Professions
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W4408408299