When preparing to discharge an older patient with mild dysphagia, the nurse suggests that the patient can minimize symptoms by
a. eating small meals every 2 to 3 hours
b. cutting a sandwich into bite-sized peicees.
c. eating less but choosing nutrient-dense foods.
d. drinking thin liquids instead of eating sol-ids.
A
Instruction regarding eating habits and maintaining weight and nutrition is important. For exam-ple, small, frequent meals, pureed or soft foods, and high-protein, high-calorie foods are helpful. Thin liquids are often harder to swallow than thickened ones. Nutrient-dense foods are impor-tant, but so is maintaining calorie requirements.
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