Communication and Swallowing Management of Tracheostomized and Ventilator Dependent Adults (Dysphagia Series) [Hardcover]

Karen J. Dikeman (Author), Marta S. Kazandjian (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0769302459 | ISBN-13: 978-0769302454 | Publication Date: August 16, 2002 | Edition: 2

This comprehensive manual provides a clinical, yet practical, approach to treating tracheostomized and ventilator-dependent patients. Its organizational structure is conducive to learning, as information builds on itself progressively from chapter to chapter. Learners are provided with the clinical and case research information pertaining to specific aspects of care and are encouraged to apply that information to their patient's needs on an individualized basis. Emphasis is also placed on individualizing treatment and assessment protocols.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"The quality of the book is exceptional. It is an excellent tool for a practicing speech-language pathologist in a medical or rehabilitative setting and also for those in academia. It provides the reader with a core foundation of not only disordered respiratory and phonatory systems but also normal systems from which to gain a better understanding of how to provide treatment. The chapter on non-oral communication is extensive and extremely helpful for not only ventilator-dependent adults but those with other debilitating neurological impairments. It was important to produce a second edition due to the advances speech-language pathologists have made in the management of dysphagia and the inclusion of therapists on interdisciplinary teams." -- Catherine Baer Coleman, Divine

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 384 pages
• Publisher: Singular; 2 edition (August 16, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0769302459
• ISBN-13: 978-0769302454
• Product Dimensions: 9.5 x 7.6 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #343,792 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #85 in Books > Medical Books > Allied Health Professions > Respiratory Therapy

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5.0 out of 5 stars trach/vent basics, January 16, 2008

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This review is from: Communication and Swallowing Management of Tracheostomized and Ventilator Dependent Adults (Dysphagia Series) (Hardcover)

This book is an excellent book for those speech therapists who haven't worked much with the trach/vent population and would like to learn more. It's perfect for learning the basics.

3 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Appropriate for students, March 16, 1999

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This review is from: Communication & Swallowing Management Of Tracheostomized & Ventilator Dependent Adults (Paperback)

This book is appropriate for students, not practitioners. Content is very basic.