MOHAMMED ABDULLAH ALYAHYA,MOHAMMED SULAIMAN ALSAWYAN,NAIF MANSOUR ALWEHAIBI,ABDULLAH ALI ALFAWZAN,SULAIMAN IBRAHIM ALMOHAIMEED,ZYNAB ABDULRAHMAN ALGRNAS,DANA AHMED ALMOOSA,NOUF SALEH ALROWAISHED,MARYAM ABDULLA ALYOUSIF,HESSA FAYED ALHARBI
DOI: https://doi.org/This scoping review investigates the roles, perceptions, and knowledge of speech-language pathologists (SLPs) in skilled nursing facilities, with particular emphasis on their engagement in evidence-based practice (EBP) and alternative nutrition care. By synthesizing findings from international and Saudi Arabian literature, this review highlights critical gaps in role clarity, EBP implementation, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Saudi-based studies reveal limited awareness among nursing staff regarding SLP responsibilities, underutilization of SLP expertise in nutrition-related decisions, and growing adoption of telehealth during the COVID-19 pandemic. These insights emphasize the urgent need for structured training, national guidelines, and better integration of SLPs within multidisciplinary teams. The review concludes with recommendations to enhance patient-centered care and optimize long-term outcomes through improved SLP involvement.
