Safe Swallowing Program

Safe Swallowing Goals: Identification Prevention Treatment

What is Swallowing? Modified Barium Swallow Study (MBSS)

Aspiration Overt Aspiration Silent Aspiration

Aspiration Precautions Positioning at 90 degrees –Head of the resident –Head of the patients bed, Geri Chair, W/C Remain in that position min after all po intake – hydration pass –med pass –meals et. snacks

Thicken Liquids N – Nectar H – Honey P-Pudding

If patient is on a thicken liquid… NO –Straw –Ice Cream –Sherbet Yes –Spoon –Magic Cup

BEE Alert Bees on doors Orange Armbands –N –H –P Orange Napkins Swallowing Guides Orange Jackets

Remember to BEE.. Alert Safe Smart Happy