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[Dysphagia] bite reflex
The only way to avoid this is to make sure that the patient (or caregiver) avoids touching the lower lip, teeth or gums. This may be accomplished by opening the mouth wider and placing the food in the proper position i.e. about 2/3 of the way back on the tongue. The spoon is then removed in an upward direction.
Irene.
Naomislp@aol.com wrote:
Hi all,
Recently evaluated MR pt with recent CVA. Now has strong bite reflex (apparently new) that is interfering significantly with PO intake as well as oral care. Some oral stage swallow impairment but would certainly be able to manage some oral intake safely if we could bypass immediate bite. Any suggestions?
Thanks in advance,
Naomi
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