The validation of a screening tool for the identification of dysphagia in the paediatric population with HIV/AIDS
Background: The paediatric population with HIV is at higher risk for feeding and swallowing difficulties (FSD) than the general paediatric population, which may contribute to increased morbidity and mortality. Consequences of dysphagia may include insufficient nutritional intake leading to growth fa...
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| Format: | Dissertation |
| Language: | English |
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University of Cape Town
2015
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| Online Access: | http://hdl.handle.net/11427/15755 |