A client who is having trouble swallowing food because the pieces are too large asks the nurse what can help, as there is a fear of choking. The nurse should instruct the client that:
1. thorough chewing helps prevent choking.
2. the client should cut food into larger pieces.
3. drinking fluids during swallowing prevents choking.
4. eating smaller meals will help.
Answer: 1
1. Thorough chewing stimulates the release of saliva, makes food easier to swallow, and makes the food easier to digest because digestion begins in the mouth.
2. Cutting the food into larger pieces will not stop choking.
3. If food is chewed properly, it is thinned with saliva, and should decrease the risk of choking. Drinking fluids with larger food particles will not reduce the risk of choking.
4. Eating smaller pieces and chewing thoroughly will help reduce the risk of choking.
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