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Registered Nurse's Competency To Screen Dysphagia Among Stroke Patients: Literature Review.

Hana M Abu-Snieneh1, Mohammad Y N Saleh2

  • 1School of Nursing, The University of Jordan, Amman 11942, Jordan.

The Open Nursing Journal
|September 28, 2018
PubMed
Summary

Registered nurses require specialized training to effectively screen stroke patients for dysphagia. Competency in dysphagia screening is crucial for preventing complications and improving patient outcomes.

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Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Neurology
  • Nursing Science

Background:

  • Global aging populations increase stroke incidence, straining healthcare systems.
  • Dysphagia is a common post-stroke complication, necessitating early detection.
  • Screening for dysphagia prevents aspiration and ensures adequate nutrition and hydration.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review registered nurses' competency in screening stroke patients for dysphagia.
  • To explore the training and knowledge requirements for effective dysphagia screening by nurses.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic literature search (2005-2016) using keywords: nurse's competency, dysphagia, dysphagia screening, stroke.
  • Databases searched: CINAHL, Medline, Science Direct, Pro Quest, PubMed, Wiley Online Library.
Keywords:
DysphagiaDysphagia ScreeningGlobal populationNurse's competencyStrokeWHO

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  • Seventeen studies were identified and analyzed.

    • Main Results:

    • Nurses are well-positioned to observe dysphagia due to frequent patient contact.
    • Effective dysphagia screening requires formal protocols and specialized nursing training.
    • Nurse competency assessment should focus on validated knowledge and skills.

    Conclusions:

    • Formal dysphagia screening protocols should be integrated into routine nursing care.
    • Specialized training is essential for nurses to competently screen for dysphagia.
    • Assessing nurse competency through well-developed tools is recommended.