Swallowing Awareness Day
Swallowing Awareness Quiz
Welcome to the Swallowing Awareness Quiz! Test your knowledge about swallowing, dysphagia, and the related anatomy with this engaging quiz.
Learn more about:
- The average number of swallows per day
- Signs and complications of dysphagia
- The role of physiotherapists in managing swallowing disorders
How many times on average does an individual swallow in a day?
100-200 times
400-500 times
700-1000 times
1800 – 2000 times
Do we swallow when we sleep?
Yes
No
Sometimes
What do blinking and swallowing have in common?
Both are protective movements
Both are closing movements
Both are reflexive and voluntary movement
Name 2 areas physios are involved in dysphagia management
Assesses and advises on optimal positioning and physical impairments.
Respititory physio
Assesses physical and cognitive functioning
To provide advice on adaptive cutlery
How many muscles are used in swallowing?
32
46
58
60
How many stages are included in the action of swallowing?
2
3
4
5
What are the signs of swallowing difficulties?
Difficulty chewing
Pocketing (holding) food in the cheek
Choking
Taking a long time to eat
All of the above
What are the complications of Dysphagia?
Aspirating food (Food particles entering the lungs)
Malnutrition
All the above
What is Dysphagia?
Difficulty swallowing solids
Difficulty swallowing liquids
Difficulty swallowing saliva and medications
All of the above
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