MND Aware Session 12: Symptom management - Saliva and mouth care

MND Aware online training for health and community care professionals

Session length 8:39 mins

At the end of this session you will be able to describe three changes in saliva production that can occur in MND and discuss how these changes may affect the person with MND. You will also be able to identify strategies to manage drooling saliva and thick saliva.

You will be able to explain the causes of dry mouth in MND and the impact on the person with MND. You will be able to identify strategies for managing dry mouth.

You will also be able to list complications of swallowing and saliva problems.

You will be able to state the reasons why mouth care is important for people with MND.

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