A patient with Parkinson's disease is undergoing a swallowing assessment because she has recently developed adventitious lung sounds. The patient's nutritional needs should be met by what method?
A) Total parenteral nutrition (TPN)
B) Provision of a low-residue diet
C) Semisolid food with thick liquids
D) Minced foods and a fluid restriction
Ans: C
Feedback:
A semisolid diet with thick liquids is easier for a patient with swallowing difficulties to consume than is a solid diet. Low-residue foods and fluid restriction are unnecessary and counterproductive to the patient's nutritional status. The patient's status does not warrant TPN.
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