The nurse caring for an elderly client who recently experienced a cerebral vascular accident (CVA or stroke) will recognize which of the following as signs of dysphagia? Select all that apply

Question

1. Drooling
2. Frequent throat clearing
3. Pocketing of food in the cheeks
4. Anorexia
5. Slurred speech

Answer 1

1. Drooling
2. Frequent throat clearing
3. Pocketing of food in the cheeks

Rationale: Drooling. Drooling is typically associated with dysphagia. Frequent throat clearing. Frequent throat clearing is typically associated with dysphagia. Pocketing of food in the cheeks. Pocketing of food in the cheeks is typically associated with dysphagia. Anorexia. Anorexia is noted in clients with eating disorders or severe medical disease processes. Slurred speech. Slurred speech is more likely observed in a client with neurological deficits.