Author Question: When the nurse attempts to assist an older adult who is having difficulty swallowing, the nurse ... (Read 120 times)

fox · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

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

iceage · **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.