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this is a dumb question, no offence. but you aah, its hard to explain. you kind of push your throat down forcing the food to go with it. try practicing with spit.....
Swallowing occurs in order to take in nutrients. The throat contracts and pulls the food down along with the saliva.
The combination of mashed food substances and
saliva is called a bolus. When it has been mixed well and
contains sufficient moisture, it can be easily swallowed.
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What are the dangers of swallowing lead?
Lead poisoning will occur if high levels of lead occur in the blood.
Why swallowing and breathing cannot occur simultaneously?
you can get choked..............................lol
What are the three ways poisoning can occur?
Inhalation, swallowing or absorption.
Where does deglutition occur?
Deglutition, or swallowing, occurs in the oropharynx and upper esophagus. The process begins voluntarily in the mouth and is then carried out involuntarily as the food or liquid passes through the pharynx and into the esophagus on its way to the stomach.
Why Impaired swallowing cannot tolerate oral intake choking during feeding cyanosis?
Impaired swallowing can result in difficulty coordinating the muscles needed for safe swallowing, leading to a higher risk of choking when eating and drinking. Cyanosis can occur due to lack of oxygen when choking, as the airway may be partially or fully obstructed. This combination of impaired swallowing, choking during feeding, and cyanosis highlights the need for prompt evaluation and intervention to address swallowing difficulties and prevent complications.
What is a fees test cocerning the throat?
Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing The technician places a very small endoscopic tube with a light on the end through your nose and down your throat to check swallowing issues. They numb the nose and throat first.
What the windpipe does NOT do when swallowing?
Breathing stops for a moment when swallowing. So no breathing occurs when swallowing.
Why is a Modified Barium Swallow test done for cva patient?
A MBS is done to a patient that has had a stroke/CVA to see if there is a swallowing problem. Stroke patients often have speaking problems due to cranial nerve fallout. These cranial nerves are also responsible for the sensory and motor movements for swallowing. if these become damaged, swallowing problems may occur. A MBS looks to see if the patient si swallowing safely and on what consistencies they are not. A MBS is used to see if there are any compensation techniques that can make the swallowing safer or if therapy is indicated. This is done by a Speech Pathologist and a Radiologist
Place where only mechanical form of digestion occur?
mouth? because chemiclal form took place in the stomach and if we say mechanical it is something to do with grinding, swallowing and choking. :)
What is the process of swallowing?
the process of swallowing is called deglutition.
Is swallowing a reflex or instinct?
Swallowing is a reflex.
How is speech swallowing and resonance effected by bell palsy?
There can be issues with swallowing
