Swallow Evaluation by a Registered Nurse
At Maximum Care Hospice, our registered nurses perform bedside swallow evaluations to assess a patient’s ability to safely consume food, liquids, and medications. This gentle, non-invasive assessment helps identify signs of aspiration risk, discomfort, or decline in swallowing function. Based on findings, our team collaborates with providers and caregivers to adjust care plans, recommend dietary modifications, and ensure patient safety and comfort during end-of-life care.
At Maximum Care Hospice, our registered nurses perform bedside swallow evaluations to assess a patient’s ability to safely consume food, liquids, and medications. This gentle, non-invasive assessment helps identify signs of aspiration risk, discomfort, or decline in swallowing function. Based on findings, our team collaborates with providers and caregivers to adjust care plans, recommend dietary modifications, and ensure patient safety and comfort during end-of-life care.