[Fwd: [Fwd: [DYSPHAGIA] glucose oxidase test strips & aspiration]-Reply]

[LSmith1617@aol.com (LSmith1617@aol.com)]

In a message dated 10/5/00 10:48:23 PM Eastern Daylight Time, 
eripley@yahoo.com writes:
Hi Irene. You responded...
"the primary cause of pneumonia is aspiration
of pathogen-filled saliva by a compromised parient."

I would be interested to learn more about the documented frequency of the 
various causes of aspiration. Do you know specific studies that I could 
research to find the numbers? I am hoping that a written study shown to the 
administrators might facilitate a change (however slight it may be) in my 
facility to ensure better patient oral hygiene. Thanks.
Lauren Smith

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