Following surgical repair of a cleft palate, what should be used to prevent injury to the suture line?
a. Straw
b. Spoon
c. Syringe
d. Cup
ANS: D
When feeding a child with a repaired cleft palate, the nurse should avoid utensils, straws, droppers, and syringes.
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