Q: How soon after a stroke should a patient take a swallow test
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on August 2nd, 2007
I have a question about strokes. My Grandmother had one July 3rd and is 81. Her right side is paralyzed and she communicates by moaning and shaking her head yes or no. She gets frustrated when we don't know what she's trying to say but does understand when we ask her something. She has a feeding tube in her stomach but is now off of oxygen. She has not passed the swallow test. How often should this be tested and what determines passing the test? I was told at the nursing home that she would be tested again at her 4-6 week check-up (date from having the stroke). She IS getting PT and I believe OT.
Is this info correct about the swallow test and what can the family do to help with her speech?
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