SLP 477 QUIZ 9 QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS ALL CORRECT
What is a common esophageal change seen in the aging population? - Answer-
Reduced pressure sensitivity and stiffer esophageal walls
Environmental modifications that help elders with safe swallowing include: - Answer-
Calm, quiet, and well-lit eating spaces
Finger foods can support independence in aging adults with: - Answer- Motor
coordination difficulties
Which nutrient is particularly important for aging adults to support swallowing muscles?
- Answer- Protein
A caregiver working with an aging adult should use which of the following strategies? -
Answer- Use consistent mealtime routines
Which physical change is most linked with increased residue in the pharynx in older
adults? - Answer- Reduced pharyngeal constriction
In aging adults with dementia, which approach can reduce agitation during meals? -
Answer- Calm tone and familiar environment
Which change in the esophagus is typical in healthy older adults? - Answer- Increased
stiffness
If an elder forgets to swallow mid-meal, an SLP might recommend: - Answer- Step-by-
step verbal prompts
A calming strategy for aging adults during meals may include: - Answer- Familiar soft
music and structured pacing
Which change is common in the oral phase of swallowing in older adults? - Answer-
Longer oral transit time
The best example of a compensatory strategy for aging adults is: - Answer- Multiple
swallows per bite
ANSWERS ALL CORRECT
What is a common esophageal change seen in the aging population? - Answer-
Reduced pressure sensitivity and stiffer esophageal walls
Environmental modifications that help elders with safe swallowing include: - Answer-
Calm, quiet, and well-lit eating spaces
Finger foods can support independence in aging adults with: - Answer- Motor
coordination difficulties
Which nutrient is particularly important for aging adults to support swallowing muscles?
- Answer- Protein
A caregiver working with an aging adult should use which of the following strategies? -
Answer- Use consistent mealtime routines
Which physical change is most linked with increased residue in the pharynx in older
adults? - Answer- Reduced pharyngeal constriction
In aging adults with dementia, which approach can reduce agitation during meals? -
Answer- Calm tone and familiar environment
Which change in the esophagus is typical in healthy older adults? - Answer- Increased
stiffness
If an elder forgets to swallow mid-meal, an SLP might recommend: - Answer- Step-by-
step verbal prompts
A calming strategy for aging adults during meals may include: - Answer- Familiar soft
music and structured pacing
Which change is common in the oral phase of swallowing in older adults? - Answer-
Longer oral transit time
The best example of a compensatory strategy for aging adults is: - Answer- Multiple
swallows per bite
