What Must the Nurse Do Before Assisting the Patient with Feeding

question 19

Multiple Choice

What must the nurse do before assisting the patient with feeding?

• A)Assess the patient's gag reflex.
• B)Make sure that the consistency of the food is thin.
• C)Remove the patient's dentures to prevent gagging.
• D)Prepare the patient to be fed by a staff member.

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