Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 66%
Simulated
A nurse is assisting in the selection of foods for a client who has dysphagia caused by a stroke. Which of the following foods should the nurse recommend?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
The correct answer is C: Scrambled eggs. Soft foods like scrambled eggs are recommended for clients with dysphagia caused by a stroke as they are easier to swallow and pose a lower risk of choking or aspiration. Crispy rice bars (A) and soda crackers (D) are dry and hard, making them difficult to swallow and potentially causing choking. Peanut butter (B) can be sticky and may also pose a choking hazard. Other choices are not provided, but it is important to consider the texture and consistency of foods when recommending them for clients with dysphagia to ensure safe swallowing.