A Nurse Is Caring for the Client with Dysphagia

question 5

Multiple Choice

A nurse is caring for the client with dysphagia. Which intervention may the nurse take to prevent aspiration?

• A)Position client at a 90-degree angle with feet flat on the floor when eating.
• B)Have client eat while watching television.
• C)Encourage the client to swallow water between bites of food.
• D)Teach the client to breathe while swallowing.

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Definitions:

Ascomycota

A division of fungi characterized by the formation of spores in special sacs called asci, encompassing various species including yeasts and molds.

Basidiomycota

A phylum of fungi characterized by their production of spores on basidia, including mushrooms, toadstools, puffballs, and shelf fungi.

Truffles

A type of highly valued fungi that grows underground near the roots of certain trees and is considered a delicacy in cooking.

Ascomycota

A phylum of fungi characterized by the formation of spores in a specialized sac-like structure known as an ascus.