SALTY

Question 1

Primary causes of Acquired Brain Injury

Answer 1

• Degenerative diseases (MS, HD, PD, AD)
• Tumours (Benign tumours, cancers)
• Trauma (closed head injuries, penetrating injuries)
• Stroke (ischaemic, haemorrhagic)
• Hypoxia/anoxia (lack of O2)
• Alcohol related +other toxins
• Infection (leading to inflammation)

Question 2

Role of SLT

Answer 2

• Assessment
• Planning
• Direct/Indirect treatment
• Parent/carer training
• Consultation with parents, staff and AHPs
• Multidisciplinary team working
• Community liaison with education
• Swallowing and communication

Question 3

Assessment of eating, drinking and swallowing skills

Answer 3

• Case history with medical and surgical info
• Feeding history
• Current feeding regime
• Discuss concerns of family or Pt
• Evaluate the feeding process as a whole
• Assess oral motor skills, swallowing

Question 4

Assessment of oral motor skills

Answer 4

• Oral-facial examination
• Ability to control oral secretions
• Consider medical diagnosis and it’s effect
• Consider medication and it’s effect