A nurse cares for a client who had a partial laryngectomy 10 days ago. The client states that all food tastes bland. How should the nurse respond?
a. "I will consult the speech therapist to ensure you are swallowing properly."
b. "This is normal after surgery. What types of food do you like to eat?"
c. "I will ask the dietitian to change the consistency of the food in your diet."
d. "Replacement of protein, calories, and water is very important after surgery."
ANS: B
Many clients experience changes in taste after surgery. The nurse should identify foods that the client wants to eat to ensure the client maintains necessary nutrition. Although the nurse should collaborate with the speech therapist and dietitian to ensure appropriate replacement of protein, calories, and water, the other responses do not address the client's concerns.
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