PRAXIS: Dysphagia Questions and

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PRAXIS: Dysphagia Questions and

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Which phase of swallowing involves the formation of a cohesive food bolus?

• Pharyngeal phase

✔✔ B. Oral preparatory phase

• Esophageal phase
• Anticipatory phase

What is a common sign of aspiration during a meal?

• Lip smacking

✔✔ B. Coughing while swallowing

• Burping
• Chewing on one side

Which structure closes off the airway during the pharyngeal phase of swallowing?

• Soft palate

✔✔ B. Epiglottis

• Tongue base 1 / 2

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• Cricoid cartilage

Which cranial nerve is responsible for triggering the swallow reflex?

• Cranial nerve VII

✔✔ B. Cranial nerve IX

• Cranial nerve I
• Cranial nerve II

Which consistency is safest for many individuals with moderate oropharyngeal dysphagia?

• Thin liquids

✔✔ B. Honey-thick liquids

• Raw vegetables
• Dry crackers

What is the main goal of a modified barium swallow study (MBSS)?✔✔ A. To evaluate bolus flow and identify aspiration

• To measure lung capacity
• To examine cranial nerve function
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