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7143942 
Journal Article 
Perspectives on the role of the speech and language therapist in palliative care: An international survey 
O'Reilly, AC; Walshe, M; , 
2015 
1 
Palliative Medicine
ISSN: 0269-2163
EISSN: 1477-030X 
SAGE PUBLICATIONS LTD 
LONDON 
756-761 
English 
25762581 
WOS:000359908000010 
Speech and language therapists can improve the quality of life of people receiving palliative care through the management of communication and swallowing difficulties (dysphagia). However, their role in this domain is poorly defined and little is understood about the current international professional practice in this field.