Dysphagia

Practice Guidance Toolkit


Nutrition [and Dietetic] Diagnosis

Disclaimer

Sample PES or PESS/PASS statements (problem, etiology/aetiology, signs and symptoms) using some NCP terminology.
These statements are provided as examples only, and will not apply to all individuals:
  • Inadequate oral intake related to swallowing difficulties as evidenced by involuntary weight loss of x kg in x months.
  • Inadequate fluid intake related to swallowing difficulties as evidenced by dehydration and low urine output in the last week.
  • Chewing and swallowing difficulty related to lesions in
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Last Updated: 2023-04-13