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Risk Factors and Prevention Strategies for Aspiration Pneumonia in Dysphagia Patients

37.95

About the Course 
Healthcare professionals who work with adults in the acute and post-acute settings may frequently work with patients who have Aspiration Pneumonia.  Similarly, healthcare professionals who work with older patients or those with dysphagia, may implement significant measures to prevent aspiration, to therefore prevent the resulting infection of aspiration pneumonia.  

This course reviews the evidence of the actual risk factors so that one can better understand the holistic viewpoint for the least restrictive strategies for each unique individual.  Considerations will be given for all prevention strategies, based on current research and practical applications.

Learning Outcomes 
Upon the completion of this course, the learner will be able to:

  • Differentiate the different types, causes, and potential outcomes of aspiration.    
  • Distinguish the different clinical factors that increase the risk of aspiration.    
  • Analyze the factors of saliva in relation to aspiration pneumonia.    
  • Predict the role of proper patient oral hygiene in the prevention of aspiration pneumonia.    
  • Relate the different intervention strategies and their application to address aspiration risks to promote health and improve quality of life in patients. 

About the Author/Presenter 
Lisa Milliken  MA, CCC-SLP, FNAP CDP, RAC-CT, CADDT, has served as a practitioner, regional manager, vice president, consultant, compliance director and education specialist. She has lectured at the state and national levels with over 400 professional continued education courses on topics of importance to healthcare professionals. She has mentored team members across the country in senior retirement communities on clinical programming for the past 30 years. She is currently the owner of Milliken Healthcare Consulting, where she teaches conferences across the country, and is also director of research and program development for Regency Integrated Health Services.    

Lisa is a member of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, where she serves as a state advocate for Medicare Policy for Texas; is president-elect for the Texas Speech-Language and Hearing Association (TSHA); and is a distinguished fellow of public policy for the National Academies of Practice. She is also a board member of the Kingwood-Humble Aggie Mom club and lives in Houston, Texas.   

How to Receive Credit 

  • View the entire recording which requires a 3-hour commitment of time.
  • After completion of the course, complete the final examination. A passing grade of 75% is required. Test questions link content to learning outcomes as a method to enhance individualized learning and material retention.  
    Note to Nursing professionals: Depending on your state requirements, you will be asked to either affirm that you have completed the course, or you will be required to complete the Post-test included in the course.
  • Provide required personal information and payment information.
  • Complete the mandatory course evaluation.
  • Print your Certificate of Completion.

Resolution of Conflict of Interest 
Colibri Healthcare, LLC implemented mechanisms prior to the planning and implementation of the continuing education activity, to identify and resolve conflicts of interest for all individuals in a position to control content of the course activity.

Sponsorship/Commercial Support and Non-Endorsement 
It is the policy of Colibri not to accept commercial support. Furthermore, commercial interests are prohibited from distributing or providing access to this activity to learners.

Disclaimer 
The information provided in this activity is for continuing education purposes only and is not meant to substitute for the independent medical judgment of a healthcare provider relative to diagnostic and treatment options of a specific patient’s medical condition. 
©2024: All Rights Reserved. Materials may not be reproduced without the expressed written permission or consent of Colibri Healthcare, LLC. The materials presented in this course are meant to provide the consumer with general information on the topics covered. The information provided was prepared by professionals with practical knowledge of the areas covered. It is not meant to provide medical, legal, or professional advice. Colibri Healthcare, LLC recommends that you consult a medical, legal, or professional services expert licensed in your state. Colibri Healthcare, LLC has made all reasonable efforts to ensure that all content provided in this course is accurate and up to date at the time of printing but does not represent or warrant that it will apply to your situation nor circumstances and assumes no liability from reliance on these materials. Quotes are collected from customer feedback surveys. The models are intended to be representative and not actual customers.

Accreditations and Approvals 
 

AOTA logo Colibri Healthcare, LLC is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. Course approval ID# 9250. This Distance Learning-Independent is offered at 0.3 CEUs, Intermediate, OT Service Delivery, Foundational Knowledge. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA.


Colibri Healthcare, LLC is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

Colibri Healthcare, LLC’s Respiratory Care programs have been approved for Continuing Respiratory Care Education (CRCE) credit by the American Association for Respiratory Care, 9425, N. MacArthur Blvd, Suite 100, Irving TX 75063.