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Complex Decision-Making In Dysphagia Management #e322


Presenter: George Barnes, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S

Learn to recognize common errors in clinical decision-making, discover ways to prevent mistakes, and minimize the impact of the ones we can't avoid.

"I was shocked to learn about how many cognitive biases/heuristics there are that can impact my decision-making process."

– G.R., prior course participant

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Have you ever felt stuck with your patients with medical complexity? Where there are so many variables and the risk is so high, is it difficult to justify putting them on a diet or advancing their diet? When the complexity is high and the risk is higher, what makes a good decision? This course includes stories and practical takeaways. Insights and guidance are delivered in a concise package.

A case study is included to show how to make good, effective decisions involving a case with medical complexity and many variables. Participants will learn to recognize common errors in clinical decision-making, discover ways to prevent mistakes, and minimize the impact of the ones we can't avoid. Includes direct approaches with practical examples you can use immediately to make better decisions. Because our decisions have outcomes that matter.

Course is offered for 0.1 ASHA CEUs – 1 Contact Hour.

Course Format

Course Overview – Run Time: 01:21:22

  1. Introduction.
  2. Recognize Errors.
  3. Minimize Errors.
  4. See How To Minimize Errors.

"All the information was helpful. Well-spoken, personable, and knowledgeable presenter, good examples, nice slides."

– L.L., prior course participant

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Content Disclosures

The content of this online CE course does not focus exclusively on any specific proprietary product or service. Presenter financial and non-financial disclosures may be found in the Presenter & Disclosures area.

Course Format

Video PowerPoint presentation with author narration & downloadable handout. Stop and re-start the course at any point. Learners retain access to course content after completion for ongoing reference and review.

Reviews

Comments From Prior Course Participants

"The use of decision-making journal was beneficial. I liked the ease of following material and great colorful graphics." C.B. (Nov. 2024)

"I liked the decision journal and how to minimize errors system. The case study demonstrating the use of the decision journal was helpful." D.B. (Nov. 2024)

"Engaging slides and incorporation of video and real life case study. I liked the decision making journal." J.S. (Nov. 2024)

"I found the specific attention to the components of the decision making process very helpful. I'm sure I will revisit this course. The pacing of the course, the presentation of information, the examples of biases and heuristics, and walk through the case study was great!!" J.K. (Nov. 2024)

"Very organized course. Concrete examples provided." A.S. (Nov. 2024)

"I liked the practical examples of objective measures and how to apply research to clinical decision-making - very nice to see EBP incorporated harmoniously. The case study application really helped to contextualize the information and made me already think of how I can change the way I reflect on dysphagia management. I think that will help me with supervision and reflections in the future." C.A. (Nov. 2024)

"I liked the case studies and research based information." B.R. (Nov. 2024)

"Process of decision making was beneficial. I enjoyed the clarity of the presentation." J.R. (Oct. 2024)

"All of this course was incredibly helpful. I felt it was very well presented and the information was very clear and concise. The presenter was very good and you could see he is very experienced in this area of SLT." A.D. (Oct. 2024)

"How to make decisions for dysphagia cases was beneficial to discuss. I liked all the examples and scenarios given." L.M. (Sep. 2024)

"Case study was helpful. This was an engaging subject." E.C. (Sep. 2024)

"The discussion on minimizing errors helped with bringing awareness to our common mistakes and practices. I appreciated the way that the course was split up and that we were not overloaded with information on each slide." E.A. (Aug. 2024)

"I didn't even know the term heuristics! The decision making process (particularly the journal concept and retroactive review) were great suggestions. George has a way with words! Bullets before cannonballs, bad results don't equal bad decisions, etc. When I used to teach, I said, "these are patients, not widgets!" Very thorough information tied directly to patient care and outcomes. Appreciate the colored and interactive PowerPoint." M.C. (Aug. 2024)

"I liked everything about this course." J.S. (Jul. 2024)

"I liked the decision journal information. A clear plan and thorough discussion." L.C. (Jul. 2024)

"The decision-making tree was beneficial. The course was short, and I liked the case study." E.B. (Jul. 2024)

"I was shocked to learn about how many cognitive biases/heuristics there are that can impact my decision-making process. I liked learning about those, because once I can identify the problem with my own decision-making, I can move forward with improving my skill set. I liked the case study." G.R. (Jun. 2024)

"All the information was helpful. Well-spoken, personable, and knowledgeable presenter, good examples, nice slides." L.L. (Jun. 2024)

"Discussing the 6 steps was beneficial. I liked the flow of the course." A.H. (Jun. 2024)

Course Objectives

At course conclusion, participants will be able to:
  1. Identify common errors in clinical decision-making.
  2. Describe ways to prevent mistakes and minimize the impact of the ones we cannot avoid.
  3. Describe these direct approaches with practical examples to utilize them the following morning.

Presenter & Disclosures

George Barnes, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S

George Barnes, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S, is a Board Certified Specialist in Swallowing and Swallowing Disorders who has developed an expertise in dysphagia management focusing on diagnostics and clinical decision-making in the medically complex population. George yearns to make education useful, research clinical-focused, and quality care accessible. He co-founded FEESible Swallow Solutions to expand access to high-quality dysphagia services and provide Med SLP coaching to SLPs seeking to be more successful in the field. With a passion for food and a deep appreciation for the joy and connection it brings to our lives, he has dedicated his life to helping others enjoy this simple, but deep-rooted pleasure.

Speaker Disclosures:

Financial – George Barnes is a presenter of online CE courses sponsored by Northern Speech Services; receives royalties.

Nonfinancial – George Barnes has no relevant nonfinancial relationships to disclose.

Intended Audience / Accreditation

Intended Audience/Accreditation
asha ce approved provider

This program is offered for 0.1 ASHA CEUs (Intermediate Level; Professional Area).

Intended Audience

  • Speech-Language Pathologists

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 CE Registry: During the enrollment process, if you select to receive ASHA credit for this course and if you provide your ASHA number, NSS will automatically submit your CEU information to the ASHA CE Registry after successful course completion (80% on post test). This submission happens once per month, during the first week of the month. For example, if you complete your course on November 7th, NSS will submit all November online course CEUs to ASHA during the first week of December. When ASHA inputs the information into their database, they will mark the course as completed on the last day of the month in which it was completed, so November 30th using this example. The certificate of completion available for you to print immediately, however, will reflect the actual completion date, November 7th in this example. Due to ASHA processing procedures please allow 2-3 weeks, from the submission date, for the course to appear on your ASHA transcript.

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.

Licensing Boards: Most state licensing boards DO accept CEUs earned online (usually classified as home-study credits). Some state boards do, however, place a limit to the number of credits that can be earned via home study/online courses. For the most current information, we suggest that you contact your licensing board or agency to verify acceptance policies and/or any credit limits related to home-study courses prior to registering for this course.

Additional accrediting agencies by which Northern Speech is an approved CE provider:

  • California: NSS is approved as a provider of continuing education by the California Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology Board. Provider #PDP4. Online CEU limits may apply; please contact SLPAHADB for current online CEU acceptance policies.
  • Iowa: NSS is approved as a provider of continuing education by the Iowa Board of Speech Pathology and Audiology Examiners. Provider #169.
  • Kansas: NSS is approved as a provider of continuing education by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment. Provider #LTS-S0005.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Course Completion Timeframe:

You have unlimited time to complete our online courses. You may log off and log on as often as you’d like to in order to complete all sections of a course.

However, completion dates are based on Eastern Standard Time. Therefore, if you need your CEUs by a certain date, be sure to complete the course test before 11:59pm EST on that date. For example, if you need CEUs before January 1st, you will need to complete the course test before 11:59pm EST on December 31st.

Content Access:

Access to course materials and content does not expire, even after completing the post test. You may continue to review course material by logging into your NSS account, clicking the My Online Courses tab, and then viewing your desired course.

Certificate of Completion:

On successful completion of the post test (80%), a certificate will be immediately available for download and/or printing. This certificate will include your name, date of completion (based on Eastern Time Zone, USA/Canada), and number of contact hours (CEUs / CEEs). Please note that CEUs are awarded on the date of successful test completion, not the date of course enrollment. Please ensure that you successfully complete the post test prior to any licensure renewal dates.

ASHA CE Registry Submission:

During the enrollment process, if you select to receive ASHA credit for this course and if you provide your ASHA number, NSS will automatically submit your CEU information to the ASHA CE Registry after successful course completion (80% on post test). This submission happens once per month, during the first week of the month. For example, if you complete your course on November 7th, NSS will submit all November online course CEUs to ASHA during the first week of December. When ASHA inputs the information into their database, they will mark the course as completed on the last day of the month in which it was completed, so November 30th using this example. The certificate of completion available for you to print immediately, however, will reflect the actual completion date, November 7th in this example. Due to ASHA processing procedures please allow 2-3 weeks, from the submission date, for the course to appear on your ASHA transcript.

Purchase Orders:

Purchase orders are currently not accepted for online orders, if you wish to submit a purchase order please do so at info@northernspeech.com or fax to 888-696-9655.

What is an Online Course?

Our Online Courses consist of video, audio, and/or text content and are offered for ASHA CEUs. Unlike a webinar, which requires participants to be logged on and at a computer at specific times, our Online Courses are available to you at any time, from any device, via your NorthernSpeech.com online account. You may work at your own pace and start and stop your course as you wish. Your course will conclude with a short post test. On successful completion of the post test (>80%), a printable certificate of completion is presented to you.

Receiving CEUs:

Northern Speech is an ASHA CE Provider and our online courses are registered with ASHA and offered for ASHA CEUs. Please note that successful completion of the online post test is required prior to the awarding of CEUs. Please contact your state licensing board for acceptance policies related to CEUs earned online. Please note that courses offered for university students are not applicable for CEUs.

Registering for an online course:

You may browse all online courses by clicking the Continuing Education tab above, then Online Courses. Once you find a course, click Enroll Now, and you will be asked to either log into your existing Northern Speech account or create a new online account. Once you’ve entered your account information and provided your credit card payment, your course will be immediately available to you.

Accessing your purchased course or returning to a purchased course:

You will be able to access your online course by logging into your Northern Speech account and then clicking the My Online Courses tab on your profile screen. Click the course you would like to start or to resume. From there, proceed through the course sections until you are ready to complete the post test. You do not have to complete your course all at once. You may log on and off as you wish.

Testing requirements:

Each online course concludes with a post test consisting of multiple choice or true & false questions. Scores of 80% or greater are required for successful course completion and awarding of CEUs. You may revisit course materials and retest as needed to achieve a passing score.

Number of CEUs offered:

We offer courses from 1 to 21 contact hours. Each course will note the number of CEUs offered. Please note that 0.1 CEU = 1 contact hour = 1 CEE.

State licensing boards and online CEUs:

NSS is an ASHA CE Provider and most state licensing boards DO accept ASHA CEUs earned online (usually classified as home-study credits). Some boards do, however, place a limit to the number of CEUs that can be earned via home study/online courses. For the most current information, we suggest that you contact your licensing board or agency to verify acceptance policies and/or any CEU limits related to home-study courses prior to enrolling in an online course.

Course formats:

Our course formats include: text, audio, video, and PowerPoint with author narration. Each course will note the format on the course description page. Most courses include closed captioning.

Course handouts:

Most of our online courses provide a link to download the accompanying handout as a PDF file. 

Group discounts:

Groups of 3 or more are eligible for a 20% discount on each registration on most of our online courses. To receive this discount, registrations need to be processed together via the "Group Rates" tab on the Online Course of your choice.

Computer requirements:

For our online courses to function best, we recommend that you update your computer to include the newest version of your Internet browser (Safari, Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Internet Explorer, etc.) and newest version of your computer's operating system. Also a high-speed Internet connection is recommended (cable or DSL). Speakers or headphones will be required for many of our courses as many contain audio components.

Course Cancellation Policy:

A purchased online course can be exchanged, refunded, or transferred to another individual if contact is made with NSS (via phone or email) within 30 days of purchase and the course materials have not been viewed or downloaded. 

Special Needs:

Please click here for any special needs requests, and we will do our best to accommodate them. 

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