A New Simple Screening Tool—4QT: Can It Identify Those with Swallowing Problems? A Pilot Study

As people and the population age, the prevalence of swallowing problems (dysphagia) increases. The screening for dysphagia is considered good practice in stroke care, yet is not routinely undertaken in the management of frail older adults. A short swallow screen, the 4QT, was developed following a r...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Karwai Tsang, Esther SY Lau, Mariyam Shazra, Ruth Eyres, Dharinee Hansjee, David G Smithard
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-02-01
Series:Geriatrics
Subjects:
4qt
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2308-3417/5/1/11