National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) as an early predictor of post-stroke dysphagia

Despite the availability of multiple comprehensive screening methods to detect dysphagia during acute stroke care, consensus is lacking as to best practice. Our prior study demonstrated favorable sensitivity of the Functional Independence Measure (FIM) compared to a bedside 3-sip test. However, the FIM is challenging to administer during acute stroke care. The National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) is routinely administered in the emergency department.

Source: PM and R - December 31, 2014 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Rebecca D. Jeyaseelan, Mary M. Vargo, John Chae Source Type: research