The overweight patient who is on a weight reduction diet requests a snack. The most appropriate choice from a variety of snack foods would be:
a. buttered popcorn.
b. ice cream with sweetened fruit topping.
c. cup of applesauce.
d. high-energy granola bar.
Question 2
When feeding a person with dysphagia and right-sided paralysis, the nurse should:
a. extend the patient's head backward to ease swallowing.
b. place a pillow behind the right shoulder.
c. place food in the right side of the mouth.
d. start with plain fluids and work up to solid food.
Photograph of an occupational therapist assisting a patient with learning independence in activities
A patient with exophthalmos.
Patient having glaucoma test.
A healthy diet is made up of well-balanced nutrients.
Common patient positions.
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