A nurse is feeding a client. Which of the following statements would help a person maintain dignity while being fed?
A) "I am going to feed you your cereal first, and then your eggs."
B) "I wish I had more time so I could feed you all of your meal."
C) "I know you don't like me to feed you, but you need to eat."
D) "What part of your dinner would you like to eat first?"
Ans: D
The loss of independence that comes with the inability to self-feed can be a severe blow to a person's self-esteem. Asking the person his or her preference regarding the order of items eaten can help maintain dignity while being fed.
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