Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 78%
Simulated
A nurse is instructing a client's family members about feeding safety for a client who has dysphagia following a stroke. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
The correct answer is B: Encourage the client to take small bites. This is important for a client with dysphagia to prevent choking and aspiration. Taking small bites helps the client to chew and swallow more easily. Choice A is incorrect because exercise before meals may fatigue the client. Choice C is incorrect as the head should be upright, not reclined, to aid swallowing. Choice D is incorrect as placing food on the affected side may increase the risk of aspiration.