In Order to Minimize the Risk of Aspiration in a Resident

question 3

Multiple Choice

In order to minimize the risk of aspiration in a resident with advanced Alzheimer disease, the person feeding the patient should:

• A) keep a suction machine available.
• B) have the patient consume only liquids.
• C) remind the patient to chew and swallow.
• D) offer large amounts of water after each bite.

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