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KMID : 1143320220110020039
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Therapeutic Science for Neurorehabilitation
2022 Volume.11 No. 2 p.39 ~ p.51
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A Survey About Awareness and Necessity of Community Based Dysphagia Therapy of Community Dwelling Older Adults
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Min Kyoung-Chul
Kim Eun-Hee
Woo Hee-Soon
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Abstract
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Objective : This study aimed to investigate the awareness and experience of community-based dysphagia therapy and related education in community-dwelling older adults.
Methods : A total of 89 older adults were recruited from a public health center in Gyeonggi?do.
Awareness, experience, and related education regarding community-based dysphagia therapy were analyzed using descriptive statistics.
Results : We analyzed 89 questionnaires. Awareness, treatment experience, and education regarding dysphagia were low; however, the importance and intention to participate were high. Respondents wanted education about proper chewing and safe swallowing, oral health, oral motor exercise, and participation in community-based dysphagia programs in public health centers. The reason for the lack of experience in dysphagia education and therapy is insufficient information and opportunities. The respondents had a good understanding of dysphagia symptoms.
Conclusion : Dysphagia therapy maintains swallowing and eating functions as a life-long Activity of Daily Living, and is a very important area in community rehabilitation. Based on the results of this survey, the necessity and importance of community-based dysphagia were identified. It is time to provide correct information and develop a systematic education program for community-based dysphagia therapy. Occupational therapists need to play an active role in improving quality of life by early detection and providing proper intervention.
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KEYWORD
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Community based dysphagia therapy, Community based rehabilitation, Dysphagia therapy, Occupational therapy
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