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Pediatric Feeding: The Big Picture – Module 2
In this second of four 2-hour modules making up Pediatric Feeding: The Big Picture Day 1, we concentrate on the first major component of feeding disorders: Sensory issues. We discuss typical and atypical sensory responses to texture, temperature, taste, color, and even tactile elements of the eating experience affect acceptance, chewing and swallowing. We explore hierarchies for using the elements in an individualized treatment plan to improve feeding.
As a result of this presentation, the participant will be able to
Duration:
2 hours
Jennifer Meyer is a popular national speaker in the areas of NICU and Pediatric Dysphagia and has received exceptional ratings for her courses. She has over 25 years experience specializing in pediatric feeding disorders, working in Neonatal Intensive Care Units, developing outpatient hospital-based feeding programs, providing consultation and program development for Early Childhood Intervention Programs and Home Health Companies, and serving as Assistant Clinical Professor at Texas Woman’s University and Clinical Coordinator of the Center for Assisting Families with Feeding and Eating (CAFFE).
Presenter Disclosures:
Financial:
Jennifer Meyer is a co-owner of CEU-Espresso, Inc. and was paid an honorarium for this presentation. She owns a private practice, Feeding and Dysphagia Resources, P. C. in Denton, TX.
Non-financial:
Jennifer is a personal friend of the developer of the Res-Q Infant Wedge, sometimes mentioned in her presentations.
Sponsor Disclosure:
This course is presented by CEU-Espresso, Inc.
Content Disclosure:
This learning event does not focus exclusively on any specific product or service.
- Outline the 5 elements of the sensory aspects of eating.
- Apply the knowledge of the 5 elements of the sensory experience in treatment.
- Describe possible effects of not addressing the sensory component in a feeding treatment plan.
| 60 min | The five elements of the sensory experience |
| 40 min | Using these elements therapeutically |
| 20 min | Sensory Hierarchies |
About the Presenter:
Jennifer Meyer is a popular national speaker in the areas of NICU and Pediatric Dysphagia and has received exceptional ratings for her courses. She has over 25 years experience specializing in pediatric feeding disorders, working in Neonatal Intensive Care Units, developing outpatient hospital-based feeding programs, providing consultation and program development for Early Childhood Intervention Programs and Home Health Companies, and serving as Assistant Clinical Professor at Texas Woman’s University and Clinical Coordinator of the Center for Assisting Families with Feeding and Eating (CAFFE).
Presenter Disclosures:
Financial:
Jennifer Meyer is a co-owner of CEU-Espresso, Inc. and was paid an honorarium for this presentation. She owns a private practice, Feeding and Dysphagia Resources, P. C. in Denton, TX.
Non-financial:
Jennifer is a personal friend of the developer of the Res-Q Infant Wedge, sometimes mentioned in her presentations.
Sponsor Disclosure:
This course is presented by CEU-Espresso, Inc.
Content Disclosure:
This learning event does not focus exclusively on any specific product or service.
CEU Espresso is an Approved Provider for AOTA #11452 (OTs).
This course provides 0.2 AOTA CEUs.
AOTA Classification Codes:
Category 1 Domain of OT: Activities of Daily Living
Category 2 OT Process: Evaluation
Category 2 OT Process: Intervention |
CEU Espresso, Incorporated is an ASHA Approved CE Provider #ABFO.
This course is offered for 0.2 ASHA CEUs (Introductory level, Professional area).
ASHA CE Provider approval and use of the Brand Block does not imply endorsement of course content, specific products or clinical procedures. |
To earn the prescribed CEUs, students must completely view all course videos and answer all quiz questions correctly.
 CEU Espresso is an Approved Provider for AOTA #11452 (OTs). This course provides 0.2 AOTA CEUs. AOTA Classification Codes: Category 1 Domain of OT: Activities of Daily Living Category 2 OT Process: Evaluation Category 2 OT Process: Intervention |
 CEU Espresso, Incorporated is an ASHA Approved CE Provider #ABFO. This course is offered for 0.2 ASHA CEUs (Introductory level, Professional area). ASHA CE Provider approval and use of the Brand Block does not imply endorsement of course content, specific products or clinical procedures. |