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Dysphagia: a screening tool for stroke patients

P Wood1, B Emick-Herring

  • 1Iowa Methodist Medical Center, Speech and Audiology Department, Des Moines 50309, USA.

The Journal of Neuroscience Nursing : Journal of the American Association of Neuroscience Nurses
|November 15, 1997
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Early screening for dysphagia (difficulty swallowing) after stroke using the Examine Ability to Swallow (EATS) protocol improved patient satisfaction and well-being. This nursing-led approach is vital for safe nutrition and hydration post-stroke.

Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Clinical Nursing
  • Healthcare Management

Background:

  • Safe initiation of oral nutrition and hydration post-stroke is a significant clinical challenge.
  • Dysphagia is a common complication following stroke, increasing risks of aspiration and malnutrition.
  • Existing protocols may not adequately address the immediate needs of acute stroke patients.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce and evaluate the Examine Ability to Swallow (EATS) dysphagia screening protocol for acute stroke patients.
  • To determine if the EATS protocol could safely facilitate immediate oral nutrition and hydration.
  • To assess the impact of the EATS protocol on patient satisfaction and clinical outcomes.

Main Methods:

  • Development and implementation of the Examine Ability to Swallow (EATS) protocol.

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  • Administration of the EATS protocol by nursing staff to acute stroke patients.
  • Qualitative assessment of the protocol's effectiveness in meeting facility needs and patient satisfaction.

    • Main Results:

    • The EATS dysphagia screening protocol successfully met the facility's needs for managing post-stroke nutrition and hydration.
    • Implementation of the EATS protocol led to increased patient satisfaction.
    • The proactive screening approach positively impacted patients' physiological status and emotional well-being.

    Conclusions:

    • The EATS protocol is an effective and beneficial tool for managing dysphagia in acute stroke patients.
    • Early, nurse-led dysphagia screening promotes patient safety, enhances recovery, and improves the overall healthcare experience.
    • This protocol represents an economically prudent and valuable asset in modern healthcare settings.