A patient with Parkinson's disease is experiencing difficulty when swallowing. Which of the following is most appropriate to reduce the risk of aspiration?
A) Solid food with thin liquids
B) Pureed food with water
C) Semisolid food with thick liquids
D) Thin liquids only
Ans: C
Feedback: A semisolid diet with thick liquids is easier to swallow for a patient with swallowing
difficulties than a solid diet. Thin liquids should be avoided.
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