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NR 228 Edapt: Dysphagia Complete Questions and correct Answers that are verified
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NR 228 Edapt: Dysphagia Complete Questions and correct Answers thatare verified
A client has been diagnosed with dysphagia. When planning a meal for the client,
the family should consider which of the following solid food consistencies?
(SATA) - correct answer-Minced
Ground
Mashed
Case Study: Mr. Harper
Drag the correct phrase from the choices below to fill in each blank found in the
following sentences:
The healthcare provider realizes that Mr. Harper is struggling to eat. Because
of the tremors, he is struggling to pick up and maneuver the spoon. To support
Mr. Harper in his ability to feed himself, the healthcare provider can
_____(1)_________. The healthcare provider also witnessed Mr. Harper coughing
after taking a bite of food. The nurse can also take steps to decrease the risk of
aspiration. To reduce the risk of aspiration, the provider can place the client in
an upright or high Fowler's position and ___(2)______. - correct answer-1. use
adaptive eating devices such as built-up utensils and mugs with spouts, if
indicated
2. encourage small bites and thorough chewing
Case Study: Mr. Harper
The healthcare professional is reviewing the nurse's note. Click to highlight the
findings that would require follow-up.
Dinner arrived. The health care professional planned time to assess Mr.
Harper's mealtime ritual. Upon entering the room, the health care professional
, found the tray out of patient reach. The healthcare professional moved the tray
to the bedside, uncovered and opened all the items on the dinner tray. Mr.
Harper showed no interest in eating. Upon encouragement from the healthcare
professional, the client picked up the spoon. The professional noted that he had
tremors while trying to pick up the spoon and had difficulty coordinating
movement of the spoon to the tray to gather food and then to the mouth. Once
Mr. Harper could place the food in his mouth, upon swallowing, he immediately
started to cough. When speaking with Mr. Harper, he indicated that he has a
sensation that - correct answer-Tray out of patient reach
had tremors
difficulty coordinating movement of the spoon
started to cough
voice was "gurgly" or wet sounding
Individuals with dysphagia often exhibit which of the following symptoms?
(SATA) - correct answer-Unexpected weight loss.
Sensation of food getting stuck in the throat or chest
Coughing or choking when eating or drinking
Bringing food back up (regurgitation)
Persistent drooling of saliva
Match the food textures below to their proper definitions. - correct answer-
Ground--Food that is moist, soft-textured, and easily formed into a rounded ball
in the mouth (bolus). Meats are ground or minced into pieces no larger than a
quarter inch; all pieces are moist, and stick together slightly.
Minced--Foods that are soft and moist naturally or after cooking.
Pureed--Cooked food, usually vegetables, fruits or legumes, that has been
ground, pressed, blended or sieved to the consistency of a creamy paste or liquid.
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