Well-being and Quality of Life in Head and Neck Cancer -- The Impact of Postlaryngectomy Audiovisual Changes on Verbal Communication -- Communicative Participation after Head and Neck Cancer. Intelligibility in Postlaryngectomy Speech -- Communication Support Before, During, and After Treatment for Head and Neck Cancer -- Speech Deficits Associated with Oral and Oropharyngeal Carcinomas -- Documenting Voice and Speech Outcomes in Alaryngeal Speakers -- Swallowing Disorders and Rehabilitation in Patients with Laryngeal Cancer -- Dysphagia Management of Head and Neck Cancer Patients: Oral Cavity and Oropharynx -- Section III: Special Factors in Head and Neck Cancer -- Acute and Long-Term Effects of Chemoradiation Therapy in Head and Neck Cancer -- Oral Considerations for the Head and Neck Cancer Patient -- Lymphedema in Head and Neck Cancer -- Shoulder Dysfunction and Disability Secondary to Treatment for Head and Neck Cancer -- Factors Influencing Adherence to Treatment of Head and Neck Cancer -- The Role of the Clinical Nurse Specialist in Head and Neck Oncology -- The Acquisition of Practice Knowledge in Head and Neck Cancer Rehabilitation-- Well-being and Quality of Life in Head and Neck Cancer -- The Impact of Postlaryngectomy Audiovisual Changes on Verbal Communication -- Communicative Participation after Head and Neck Cancer.
Summary:
This expansive text provides a comprehensive grounding in the contemporary rehabilitation, management, and clinical care of patients following treatment of head and neck cancer (HNCa). It provides the diagnostic and clinical information necessary to successfully manage patients with HNCa, and aids clinical health trainees and professionals in identifying, acknowledging, and addressing a wide range of problems that may occur post treatment, such as abnormalities in voice and speech production, eating, and swallowing. In addition, the book explores the physical, psychological, communicative, and social aspects that form essential components of cancer rehabilitation programs that seek to restore multiple areas of functioning which are disrupted secondary to treatment. Post-treatment changes in breathing, nutrition, physical capabilities, disfigurement, mood, and body image are also covered. Written by exerts is the fields of speech-language pathology, otolaryngology, and multidisciplinary care, Clinical Care and Rehabilitation in Head and Neck Cancer will be a valuable reference for students, residents and fellows, speech-language pathologists, oncology nurses, and other healthcare professionals dedicated to cancer rehabilitative care.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.