A video fluoroscopy has determined that the appropriate diet for the client with a left cerebrovascular accident (CVA) should include honey thickened liquids. Which of the following is the priority nursing diagnosis for this client?
A) Risk for Fluid Volume Deficit
B) Risk for Aspiration
C) Impaired Swallowing
D) Altered Nutrition: Less Than Body Requirements
C
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Impaired Swallowing was evident on the video fluoroscopy. Risk for Aspiration, Altered Nutrition, and Fluid Volume Deficit can occur but are not the primary diagnosis at this point in time.
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