Full Description
A Volume in the Early Childhood Intervention Series The comprehensive primary reference for assessment and management of infants and children of all ages with feeding and swallowing problems is updated and expanded in this second edition. The authors cogently detail vital information with clarity and precision for all professionals involved with pediatric swallowing and feeding disorders. New chapters focus on behavioral related feeding problems and chronic aspiration. Major reorganization adds evidence based, up-to-date information useful to the student as well as the seasoned practitioner.
Contents
Anatomy, Embryology, Physiology, & Development Neurodevelopmental Evaluation. The Airway and Swallowing. Pediatric Gastroenterology. Pediatric Nutrition. Clinical Feeding and Swallowing Evaluation. Instrumental Evaluation of Swallowing. Management of Feeding and Swallowing Problems. Special Topics in Pediatric Swallowing and Feeding Include: Aspiration, Drooling in Children, Feeding with Craniofacial Anomalies, Psychological Aspects and Behavioral Issues in Pediatric Feeding.
