If a 78-year-old man has had a stroke and has difficulty feeding himself, the best strategy is to
a. provide encouragement, support, and assistance as needed.
b. have a caregiver feed him to maintain adequate intake.
c. encourage him but insist that he feed himself to relearn this skill.
d. provide enteral feedings until adequate oral intake is established.
Answer: a. provide encouragement, support, and assistance as needed.
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a) A high-carbohydrate meal b) A high-fat meal c) A high-fiber meal d) A high-protein meal.
The best way to lose fat, maintain lean body tissues, and stay healthy in the long-term is to: a. avoid all starchy foods
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