A Long-Term Care Nurse Is Assisting a Well-Nourished, 80-Year-Old Resident

question 7

Multiple Choice

A long-term care nurse is assisting a well-nourished, 80-year-old resident with the diagnosis of esophageal cancer on methods to deal with dysphagia.What nursing intervention will best help to improve the resident's condition?

• A) Instruct the patient to tilt his or her head slightly forward.
• B) Assist patient to a semi-Fowler position.
• C) Encourage the resident to eat meals in the main dining area.
• D) Insert a nasogastric tube for feedings.

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