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Dysphagia screening and intensified oral hygiene reduce pneumonia after stroke
- Source :
- Journal of Neuroscience Nursing. June 1, 2013, Vol. 45 Issue 3, p139, 8 p.
- Publication Year :
- 2013
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Abstract
- ABSTRACT Objectives: Dysphagia occurs in approximately 51%-78% of patients with acute stroke. The incidence of pneumonia caused by aspiration in dysphagic patients increases both mortality and the need for hospitalization. [...]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 08880395
- Volume :
- 45
- Issue :
- 3
- Database :
- Gale General OneFile
- Journal :
- Journal of Neuroscience Nursing
- Publication Type :
- Periodical
- Accession number :
- edsgcl.332892097
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1097/JN