jessydamm
Apr 30, 2008, 10:53 AM
Hey I have a weakened gag reflex and am having difficulty swallowing and coughing aftgerwards what is my nursing diagnosis
dragonfly322
Apr 30, 2008, 12:23 PM
hey i have a weakened gag reflex and am having difficulty swallowing and coughing aftgerwards what is my nursing diagnosis
The diagnosis is dysphagia. Differential diagnosis includes: TIA, MS, esophageal tumors, damage from reflux (GERD), strep pharyngitis, cardiac or psychiatrically related issues.