Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 84%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A nurse is caring for a group of clients.Which of the following clients should the nurse identify as having an increased risk for aspiration while eating? (Select all that apply.)
Correct answer
B,D,E
Rationale
Stroke, recent surgery under general anesthesia, and head/neck radiation increase aspiration risk due to impaired swallowing or reflexes.