I recently had a home visit with a patient, here are the key aspects of communication/ swallowing that i was looking to assess/ provide support for:
- Swallowing Safety - I prepared a poster with eating/ drinking guidelines for the patient (go slow, small sips/mouthfuls and no thickener/ chest infections) and a laminated information poster on what foods are soft/ easier to eat. The social worker/ the patients family organised mealtime supervision.
- Emergency Communication - With the OT I ensured that the patient had a pendant alarm they could use in an emergency.
- Information for carers - I created a carer information pack on the patients communication difficulties, including information about their stroke and the best way to communicate with them.
- Comprehension - I checked if the patient was able to show me around their house/ understand questions/ instructions given by the OT.
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