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Clinical Management of Swallowing Disorders, Fifth Edition is a graduate-level textbook for speech-language pathology programs that examines the diagnosis and treatment of swallowing disorders in children and adults. Thoroughly updated, this popular text emphasizes evidence-based practice, multidisciplinary team management, swallowing safety, nutrition, behavioral treatments, and management following surgical options. Authored by two speech-language pathologists and an otolaryngologist for a multidisciplinary approach, the Fifth Edition continues to be easy-to-understand text for students and also serves as an up-to-date reference for practicing clinicians who treat swallowing disorders in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, nursing homes, and private outpatient clinics. New to the Fifth Edition • New chapter on the aging population! • The Anatomy and Physiology chapter has been thoroughly updated and 15 beautiful, new full color illustrations have been added • More images and enhanced figures, including additional FEES and fluoroscopy video studies of swallowing disorders in head and neck cancer and stroke patients • Many new references, easy-to-read tables, and “treatment hints”. • Information on pediatric feeding and swallowing has been updated and expanded • Evidence-based practice methods have been updated • Content has been edited to be more concise, applicable, and reader friendly. The text features numerous pedagogical aids to reinforce student understanding: • Case study inserts in many chapters and 9 extended case studies in the final chapter • 32 videos • Discussion questions and answers for each chapter • Bolded and boxed key terms throughout with an end-of-book glossary • Clinical tips, clinician’s roles, areas of emphasis, and key learning points highlighted in boxes throughout the chapters • 8 appendices featuring helpful tests and tools for clinicians • NEW full clinical swallowing examination record form included in appendix • Access to ancillary materials on a PluralPlus companion website, including instructor lecture slides, downloadable versions of the appendices, and PowerPoint flashcards