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When the nurse attempts to assist an older adult who is having difficulty swallowing, the nurse suggests a position in which the chin is held:
 
  a. parallel.
  b. upward.
  c. down.
  d. to the side.

Question 2

The health belief system that is commonly referred to as third-world beliefs and practices is:
 
  a. Folk health belief system
  b. Holistic health belief system
  c. Biomedical health belief system
  d. Alternative/complementary belief system


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iceage

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

C
The upright position, leaning slightly forward with the chin down, improves swallowing with the assistance of gravity.

Answer to Question 2

A
The folk health belief system is commonly referred to as third-world beliefs and practices. It is often called strange or weird by nurses and other health professionals who are unfamiliar with folk medicine beliefs.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

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