A Patient with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) Has a Rating

question 18

Multiple Choice

A patient with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) has a rating of 3 or 4 on the swallowing severity scale.Which of the following interventions would be recommended in the medical nutrition therapy plan?

• A)A regular diet with small, frequent feedings
• B)Modification of dietary consistency and texture
• C)Supplemental tube feedings
• D)Nothing by mouth (NPO)

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