Prognostic factors may play an important role in predicting outcome. This data provides speech-language pathologists with knowledge to more effectively communicate the potential outcome of treatment and recovery to patients and families. Additionally, this study stresses the importance of the initial assessment ratings and suggests the need for inter-rater reliability of assessment measures within rehabilitation facilities.
The FOIS is a valid and reliable instrument that is similar in design to the SFAM and requires minimal training for implementation. The transition from the SFAM to the FOIS will provide RLANRC with a reliable and valid assessment protocol.
These results demonstrate that separate and specific dietary ratings in addition to the SFAM assistive/ independence levels are necessary to obtain a comprehensive assessment of the stroke patient with dysphagia.
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