"The importance / limitations of our diagnostic tools and the frequent reminder to stay tuned into those more subtle patient variables. George has a really nice flow to his presentation. His manner of repeating and reinforcing certain points is really designed to support our comprehension." J.K. (Nov. 2024)

"Best practices for management of dysphagia. The handouts were easy to read and informative." A.B. (Nov. 2024)

"All of this information was beneficial." L.B. (Oct. 2024)

"How to diagnose aspiration pneumonia compared to other kinds of pneumonia was beneficial. Easy to complete from home." A.M. (Oct. 2024)

"The different types of pneumonia were helpful to discuss. I liked the description scenarios." T.M. (Oct. 2024)

"I liked the practical application of this course." K.C. (Oct. 2024)

"I enjoyed the presentation style and the case studies. The section that explains about thickened liquids interventions was beneficial." M.M. (Sep. 2024)

"The entire lecture was great and adequately paced." M.W. (Sep. 2024)

"Topic on thickened fluids- the risks and benefits of thickened fluids are very clearly explained (Also in total agreement that SLP should discuss the use of thickened fluids even when they are seen to eliminate aspiration on VFS/FEES )." K.N. (Sep. 2024)

"Dysphagia, aspiration pneumonia, assessment, and strategies were all beneficial topics. The course was easy to navigate." L.G. (Sep. 2024)

"The decision trees were helpful. I appreciated the ability to pause the course and resume later." C.R. (Sep. 2024)

"Free water protocol was a beneficial topic. I liked the case studies." A.S. (Sep. 2024)

"Everything was beneficial. I liked the discussion on how to make decisions for clinically ill population." B.W. (Sep. 2024)

"The discussion about questions to ask when assessing and the idea of "Zooming out" to see the big picture was helpful. I appreciated the speaker's thorough knowledge on the subject, clearness with descriptions, examples and visual materials. Case studies were very helpful." L.S. (Aug. 2024)

"Entire course was beneficial. Great graphics and great presentation." E.B. (Aug. 2024)

"Thickened benefits vs thin and assessment were beneficial topics. I also liked the interventions." R.R. (Aug. 2024)

"I liked the breakdown of signs of infection and more info about AP in detail." E.B. (Aug. 2024)

"Details regarding pneumonia and discussion regarding dysphagia were beneficial. The course was easy to understand." L.H. (Aug. 2024)

"I appreciate the reminder that non oral means of nutrition do not decrease aspiration or pneumonia risk, and that decreased coughing with thickened liquids does not necessarily mean decreased aspiration. Helpful infographics." A.S. (Jul. 2024)

"All of the topics were helpful. Loved it. I liked that I was able to take it from home and ability to stop at any point." A.H. (Jun. 2024)

"Beneficial discussing that aspiration does not always cause aspiration pneumonia. I liked the information on basics about pneumonia and research-supported information." S.G. (Jun. 2024)

"Excellent presentation that was well explained and taught." B.P. (Jun. 2024)

"Factoring in everything before determining whether to thicken liquids. Nice visuals and well organized." J.R. (Jun. 2024)

"Beneficial discussions included the discussion regarding thickened liquids, discussion regarding PPI/H2 blockers increasing risk for aspiration PNA due to increased bacterial load in stomach acid, and the discussion regarding how chronically abnormal patient positioning can result in CXR noting infiltrate in areas other than lower right lobe." T.R. (Jun. 2024)

"Specific information about the lungs and the microbiome there was beneficial. I liked the thoroughness and the course was easily accessible with information." A.C. (Jun. 2024)

"Beneficial breakdown of various types of PNA and the steps that should be taken to obtain accurate dx if aspiration PNA. I liked the case studies provided." H.B. (May. 2024)

"His presentation was so well organized, it was a great review. This web course should be seen by every graduate student contemplating a career in a medical setting. The presentation was put together well. Slides were informative without too much text on each." J.B. (May. 2024)

"It was helpful to discuss the harm thickened liquids may cause. Slides and speaker were easy to follow." A.G. (Apr. 2024)

"Assessment and intervention were beneficial. Direct, specific information and explanations." S.C. (Apr. 2024)

"Interventions were helpful. I liked that the course could be completed in my own time." L.M. (Apr. 2024)

"It was beneficial to discuss the rate of aspiration and the body's ability to tolerate aspirating. I liked the flexibility of taking the course." J.H. (Apr. 2024)

"The information on thickened liquids was beneficial. I enjoyed the discussion of the different types of pneumonia and the case studies." D.H. (Mar. 2024)

"Content relevant to my practice. Discussing free water protocols was helpful." A.M. (Mar. 2024)

"Differential diagnosis and ongoing diagnosis. I liked the presentation. Easy to understand." C.G. (Mar. 2024)

"I enjoyed the practical knowledge. Discussed how aspiration pneumonia is diagnosed." K.P. (Mar. 2024)

"It was beneficial discussing the disadvantages of thickened liquids. Clear powerpoint slides." D.R. (Mar. 2024)

"The intervention was helpful, and I liked the case studies." T.L. (Mar. 2024)

"The presenter is clearly very knowledgeable. Pathogenesis information and understanding the difference between different pneumonias was helpful. The course was split into bitesize sections." H.B. (Mar. 2024)

"The detailed definition and criteria for aspiration pneumonia were beneficial to discuss. I enjoyed the examples and detailed explanation of aspiration pneumonia and the potential causes of it." M.V. (Feb. 2024)

"I learned a lot of helpful data/facts that I can use to support my recommendations with staff and pt/family. I did not know starch-based thickeners were worse if aspirated." K.O. (Feb. 2024)

"The presenter presented the info in a clear, organized manner. I liked discussing the updated research and its implications on treatment." L.R. (Feb. 2024)

"Discerning whether or not to recommend thickened liquids was helpful to discuss." L.S. (Feb. 2024)

"The portion about intervention was beneficial. I liked the case studies." J.B. (Feb. 2024)

"The strategies to implement day to day were great and will be useful to me." L.S. (Feb. 2024)

"The discussion of the use of PPIs and antacids increasing the risk of aspiration pneumonia was helpful. Good flow, clear and concise, lots of research cited." K.K. (Feb. 2024)

"The 3 criteria for diagnosing pneumonia and charts showing when to recommend an MBSS were beneficial. Also the discussion of people not preferring thickened liquids and risks of aspirating the thickeners. I liked seeing the speaker." D.H. (Feb. 2024)

"Comprehensive review of lung function and pneumonia. Enjoyed the use of case studies to illustrate topic points." K.B. (Jan. 2024)

"Discussing the thickener issue was helpful. I liked the flexible viewing time and pace." W.L. (Jan. 2024)

"More info regarding thickened liquids was beneficial. To the point information." R.C. (Dec. 2023)

"Actually, all of the topics are beneficial for daily practice. I liked that the course was easy to attend." B.A. (Dec. 2023)

"Very well presented course! Extremely well put together and easy to follow. So much useful information. Assessment and risk management were beneficial topics." J.F. (Dec. 2023)

"The water protocol research was beneficial. I liked the case studies." C.V. (Dec. 2023)

"Discussing aspiration pneumonitis vs. aspiration pneumonia vs. ventilator-associated aspiration pneumonia was beneficial. I really liked the idea of 'small baby steps and inching forward' for our medically complex patients. The material was presented in a way that was easy to understand." V.B. (Dec. 2023)

"Thin vs thick liquids. Straight forward course, easy to understand, and relevant to daily practice." J.B. (Dec. 2023)

"Very comprehensive and easy to follow course. I liked the thought-provoking grey areas of dysphagia diagnostics." S.C. (Dec. 2023)

"The pathophysiology of pna and timeline for developing aspiration pna were beneficial to discuss. I enjoyed the presentation style and repetition of key points for educating the medical team." K.F. (Dec. 2023)

"I liked the discussions on the resilience of our lungs, the diagnostic protocol of aspiration pneumonia, and to be mindful that it can sometimes be overdiagnosed. The PowerPoint presentations were excellent, and George was very good." R.M. (Dec. 2023)

"Functional information. Beneficial discussions of water and ice chip protocol." J.W. (Dec. 2023)

"Actually, every topic in the course either 1) confirmed and backed up with research information that I already use daily or 2) synthesized very important new information for me to use every day. The pace, explanation of terminology, and synthesis of information with easy-to-understand research examples were all super helpful. The case studies were on-point for explaining his information, too." G.S. (Dec. 2023)

"I enjoyed the discussion on the interventions and how to have genuine conversations with patients as to why to use thickened liquids for short periods of time to aid in their improvement." R.J. (Nov. 2023)

"The over-reactivity of our profession to clinical signs of aspiration was a beneficial topic. I liked the algorithms to intervention." K.G. (Nov. 2023)

"Water and ice protocols were beneficial topics. I liked the discussion on how most patients do not like thickened liquids and interventions for such." M.G. (Nov. 2023)

"Discussing the difference between Aspiration pneumonia and other types of pneumonia and the benefits and downsides of thickener were beneficial." R.B. (Nov. 2023)

"Clear, concise presentation of information. I enjoyed the comparison of information related to the use of thin versus thickened liquids." J.M. (Nov. 2023)

"The decision-making diagrams and encouragement to look at the big picture were helpful. I liked the ease of taking this course and the use of a viewable speaker while having slides." M.G. (Nov. 2023)

"Applicable to my long term care setting." K.B. (Nov. 2023)

"Assessing the whole picture. I liked the case studies." M.V. (Nov. 2023)

"Reviewed ways to help manage aspiration pneumonia and how to care for our patients most effectively. I liked the speaker's passion for this topic and population." E.B. (Oct. 2023)

"My bedside evaluations and chart reviews are more accurate after this course. The presenter was most knowledgeable." K.D. (Oct. 2023)

"Discussing thin vs nectar thick liquids was beneficial." J.H. (Oct. 2023)

"Great examples and clear presentation of the information. Changes my views and recommendations of aspiration pneumonia." S.H. (Oct. 2023)

"Extremely practical information for the patients I work with daily. I liked the 3 criteria for diagnosis of pneumonia and evaluating the use of thickened liquids." R.J. (Oct. 2023)

"Very informative course with good information. Utilizing case history information when diagnosing aspiration pneumonia was beneficial." M.S. (Oct. 2023)

"I liked the clinical relevance. All the various risk factors for developing pneumonia were beneficial." J.R. (Oct. 2023)

"Clear, concise, good pace. I liked the thickened liquid discussion." R.W. (Oct. 2023)

"Excellent instruction. I liked all of it." S.E. (Oct. 2023)

"The speaker was clear and engaging. I liked the assessment and treatment information." N.D. (Oct. 2023)

"Research based. Practical application." A.C. (Oct. 2023)

"Well organized. Easy to follow. Great review." J.T. (Oct. 2023)

"Learning other causes of Aspiration Pneumonia other than dysphagia. I liked the info about contributing factors." D.B. (Oct. 2023)

"Oral hygiene/oral bacteria (I did not know about increased oral health risks for people with diabetes!), risks for thickened liquids & thickened liquid properties, and stages of PNA were all beneficial topics. Cited articles. There were a number that I was not aware of, and I can't wait to read them! I also appreciate the teaching method. There was a re-visiting of previously presented materials that helped to reinforce learning." E.K. (Oct. 2023)

"Well organized. Easy to follow." J.T. (Oct. 2023)

"Discussing the criteria for pneumonia and reinforcing that aspiration does not always equate to aspiration pneumonia." A.R. (Sep. 2023)

"It was beneficial to discuss the causes of aspiration pneumonia and that certain liquids may increase the chance of developing pneumonia more than others." D.L. (Sep. 2023)

"Easy to follow and practical course. Holistic approach to determining aspiration pneumonia." S.C. (Sep. 2023)

"Wonderful speaker. Differentiated community acquired vs health care environment. Delightful course!" J.S. (Sep. 2023)

"Functional information including standardized assessment tools and detailed descriptions of Free Water / Ice Chip Protocols. I liked the holistic theme of this course." T.W. (Sep. 2023)

"This course was excellent. I liked the way the course was organized. I liked seeing the presenter during the presentation." M.T. (Sep. 2023)

"Discussing high vs low risk patients was beneficial. I liked how this course talked about clinical use of the information." R.S. (Sep. 2023)

"This material should be required in the training of all SLPs. I appreciated the "bigger picture" perspective and in my 21 years of experience with critically ill hospital patients, I found most of the points on target. I had never thought about the effects that thickened liquids might have on medication absorption. The course information was real world, well-supported and commiserate with my own experiences." C.W. (Sep. 2023)

"The entire course was excellent! Everything was of benefit to my clinical practice. I had not heard of this presenter prior to taking this course. He is an excellent instructor." H.S. (Sep. 2023)

"I appreciated the entirety of this discussion. I liked the visuals and the notes." M.F. (Sep. 2023)

"The course was applicable to my job. I liked the case examples." E.D. (Sep. 2023)

"All of the content will be beneficial. Great explanations and visual supports/handouts." K.P. (Sep. 2023)

"Discussing the risks of aspiration pneumonia was beneficial. I liked the information related to best ways to assess risk." P.B. (Aug. 2023)

"I liked the information regarding water protocol. And all of the case studies." K.C. (Aug. 2023)

"I have a better understanding now of aspiration. The entire course was very informative and practical." J.S. (Aug. 2023)

"I enjoyed all of the course. Good information and graphics." E.N. (Aug. 2023)

"Concise, good speaker, good slides. I liked the discussion of thick versus thin liquids." L.S. (Aug. 2023)

"It was beneficial to discuss the differential diagnoses of pneumonia and the pathogenesis of pneumonia in general. I liked the amount of information presented on each slide and the incorporation of case studies." E.V. (Aug. 2023)

"I liked the specific information to describe AP, the thoughts about considering the whole person and overall picture and not just dysphagia concerns and results, and the intervention suggestions and considerations. This course presented clear and complete information, and also charts and examples to really help us consider the best recommendations based on the individual patient." J.S. (Aug. 2023)

"The consideration of reflux in assessment was beneficial. I liked the direct information." K.D. (Aug. 2023)

"It was beneficial to understand pna more specifically the role of thickener and issues in the decision-making process. I liked that the case studies were to the point about dysphagia/asp pna." C.P. (Jul. 2023)

"This course was informative and useful. I liked the discussions around bedside swallow assessment and difficulties of assessment." H.C. (Jul. 2023)

"Very informative and helpful in long-term care practice as well as for acute rehab setting. It was beneficial to discuss diet texture choices in relation to comorbidities." T.H. (Jul. 2023)

"This course was absolutely fantastic! I liked all of it!" L.D. (Jul. 2023)

"Discussing the difference between community and hospital infection of patients was beneficial. And how a normal breather protects their lungs." C.T. (Jul. 2023)

"Pros and cons of the use of thickened liquids was a beneficial topic. I liked the course organization." D.H. (Jul. 2023)

"The case studies were very interesting and most helpful. It was beneficial differentiating between the different types of pneumonia. The handout was very easy to follow, and the speaker was very clear. The content was extremely helpful." L.H. (Jul. 2023)

"Nice graphics and good case studies." J.A. (Jul. 2023)

This program is offered for 0.2 ASHA CEUs (Intermediate Level; Professional Area).

ASHA CEUs: NSS online courses are registered with ASHA and are offered for ASHA CEUs. The number of ASHA CEUs is noted above. Note that 0.1 ASHA CEU = 1 contact hour = equals 1 CEE.

ASHA CEUs: Attendees must meet at least one of the following conditions in order to be eligible to earn ASHA CEUs:

• Current ASHA Member
• ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) Holder
• Licensed by a state or provincial regulatory agency to practice speech-language pathology (SLP) or audiology
• Credentialed by a state regulatory agency to practice SLP or audiology
• Credentialed by a national regulatory agency to practice SLP or audiology
• Engaged in a Clinical Fellowship under the supervision of an individual with their ASHA CCC
• Currently enrolled in a master's or doctoral program in SLP or audiology

If an attendee is not an ASHA member or CCC holder but meets any of the above criteria, they may inform the ASHA CE Registry of their eligibility by visiting this site.