The Nurse Recognizes That of All the Interventions to Assist

question 19

Multiple Choice

The nurse recognizes that of all the interventions to assist a dysphagic patient to eat safely, the most significant to preventing aspiration is to:

• A) sit the patient upright and remind the patient to tuck in the chin when swallowing.
• B)feed small bites of ¹/2 -inch square.
• C) thicken liquids.
• D) offer frequent sips of fluid.

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Definitions:

EHR

Electronic Health Records, a digital version of a patient's paper chart, making information available instantly and securely to authorized users.

Accurate Documentation

The practice of precisely recording and maintaining records of patient care, treatments, and interactions within the healthcare setting.

Abdominal Wound

An injury or opening in the abdominal region, which may be due to surgery, trauma, or pathological reasons, requiring proper care to heal.

OD

Overdose; taking an excessive amount of a substance, medication, or drug, beyond the recommended or safe limit.