RN, PhD, Associate Professor, School of Nursing and Midwifery, College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing, University of Newcastle Central Coast Clinical School, Gosford, NSW
Communication difficulties are frequently disregarded until they have a significant impact on quality of life, while the person may be unaware of indicators of dysphagia.
Regular assessment and monitoring of non-motor symptoms enable the clinician to support the implementation of effective interventions.