Which Interventions Should the Nurse Use to Reduce the Risk

question 2

Multiple Choice

Which interventions should the nurse use to reduce the risk of aspiration for an older patient with dysphagia? Select all that apply.

• A) Monitor respirations during meals.
• B) Maintain an upright position for 1 hour after eating.
• C) Raise the head of the bed to a 90 degree angle during meals.
• D) Provide pureed solid foods and thin clear liquids during meals.
• E) Ensure that one bite has been swallowed before providing another.

---

Definitions:

Personality

The combination of characteristics or qualities that form an individual's distinctive character.

Stable

Describes a condition or state that is not easily changed, disturbed, or prone to emotional fluctuation; denotes reliability and consistency.

Predictable

Describing something or someone whose actions or outcomes can be anticipated or estimated with a good degree of certainty based on past occurrences or known patterns.

Cross-cultural Research

Studies aimed at examining cultural variability by comparing psychological variables across different cultures to understand universal versus culture-specific behaviors.