The nurse is caring for a client with dysphagia resulting from a ...

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The nurse is caring for a client with dysphagia resulting from a stroke. Which of the following is a primary responsibility of the nurse with regard to feeding the client?
 
  A) Inform the client about the kind of food being offered with each mouthful.
  B) Keep oral and pharyngeal suctioning equipment at the client's bedside.
  C) Develop a rapport with the client and promote continuity of care.
  D) Teach the client about the role of nutrition in recovery.

Question 2

A nurse is caring for a client who is a vegan at the health care facility. Which of the following should likely be supplemented in the client's diet?
 
  A) Vitamin A
  B) Vitamin E
  C) Vitamin C
  D) Vitamin D

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Answer to Question 1

B
Feedback:
Clients with dysphagia have difficulty chewing and swallowing food. The nurse should ensure that oral and pharyngeal suctioning equipment is kept at the client's bedside. It is not necessary to inform the client about the kind of food being offered with each mouthful. Client education and rapport are important, but safety is paramount.

Answer to Question 2

D
Feedback:
A vegan diet should include Vitamin D. Vegans rely exclusively on plant sources for protein, which may be inadequate in providing Vitamin D. Vitamins A, B, and C are found in vegan diets to a certain extent. A vegan diet should be skillfully planned to provide complete protein, calcium, riboflavin, vitamins B12 and D, and iron.