A Left-Handed Patient with Left-Sided Hemiplegia Has Difficulty Feeding Himself

question 20

Multiple Choice

A left-handed patient with left-sided hemiplegia has difficulty feeding himself. Which intervention should the nurse include in the plan of care?

• A)Provide a wide variety of food choices.
• B)Provide oral care before and after meals.
• C)Assist the patient to eat with the right hand.
• D)Teach the patient the "chin-tuck" technique.

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