The Patient Is Admitted with a Diagnosis of Stroke

question 1

Multiple Choice

The patient is admitted with a diagnosis of stroke.The nurse attempts to feed the patient,but the patient coughs and gags when food is placed in his mouth.What should the nurse do to assist this patient?

• A)Feed the patient more slowly.
• B)Feed the patient more quickly.
• C)Contact the speech pathology department.
• D)Ignore the cough and try again later.

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