Role of the SLP: From Intubation to Communication – Part One

Course Description:
This podcast was a conversation with Marta Kazandjian, MS, CCC-SLP, F-ASHA and Karen Dikeman, MA, CCC-SLP discussing the importance for the SLP to understand both noninvasive and invasive methods of ventilation. The role of the SLP in working with ET tubes and considerations in patient care were discussed. After completing this course, you will be able to:

1. Define the types of invasive and noninvasive ventilation as related to SLP role.
2. Describe considerations for patient care as it relates to ET tube.

• 5 minutes – introduction of the speaker and topic
• 10 minutes – defining noninvasive and invasive ventilation
• 10 minutes – discussion about ET tubes and the role of the SLP
• 5 minutes – summary of the key points, including communication