A patient with Parkinson disease has difficulty swallowing and coughs during meals. Which nursing intervention is most appropriate?
Correct answer: B. Position the patient upright during meals
- A. Encourage large bites to shorten the meal
- B. Position the patient upright during meals
- C. Give thin liquids rapidly between bites
- D. Place the patient flat after each mouthful
Explanation
An upright position supports safer swallowing and reduces aspiration risk. Small bites, slow feeding and an appropriate prescribed food texture are safer than large bites or rapidly given thin fluids.
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