Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 79%
Simulated
While assessing the breath sounds of a client with Parkinson's disease a nurse hears adventitious sounds. How should the client's nutritional needs be met?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Rationale: The correct answer is A because clients with Parkinson's disease may have dysphagia, leading to difficulty swallowing. Semi-solid food with thick liquids helps prevent aspiration. Minced foods and fluid restriction (B) may not provide adequate nutrition. Low-residue diet (C) is not specific to addressing dysphagia. TPN (D) is invasive and not necessary for dysphagia management.