ModuleDraftSwallowing

Speech, language, and swallowing (aphasia + dysphagia)

Aphasia/dysarthria/dysphagia basics with swallow-safety red flags, caregiver communication tips, mini-quiz, and practice game.

Recovery & RehabCaregiver, SurvivorIntro12 minPlain (6–8)

Educational only

Educational only — swallowing recommendations must come from your clinical team.

Get help now

If choking/aspiration or breathing trouble happens, seek urgent help. Follow SLP guidance for diet textures.

Key takeaways

  • Distinguish aphasia vs dysarthria vs dysphagia
  • Recognize aspiration warning signs
  • Use 5 caregiver communication supports

Aphasia

  • Language problem
  • Not intelligence

Dysarthria

  • Speech muscle control problem

Dysphagia

  • Swallowing problem
  • Aspiration risk

Aspiration warning signs

  • Coughing with eating/drinking
  • Wet/gurgly voice
  • Fever or chest symptoms

Caregiver communication tips

  • Slow down
  • Yes/no questions
  • Gestures
  • Write choices
  • Be patient

Practice check

What you’ll practice

These questions are untimed. After you answer all of them, you’ll see your score and a clear next lesson or reference step.

0 of 2 answered

Question 1

1. Aphasia is mainly a problem with…

Question 2

2. Coughing while eating can be a swallowing safety warning sign.

References

  1. Tier 4
    ASA: Trouble Swallowing After Stroke (Dysphagia)
  2. Tier 4
    ASHA: Adult Dysphagia