Question

A RN is caring for a patient who is experiencing dysphagia after a stroke. Which precaution is applied when the patient is eating?

a.

Intermittently test gag reflex during feeding periods.

b.

Keep the head of bed elevated for 30 minutes after meals.

c.

Offer chewing gum to encourage peristalsis.

d.

Provide a drinking straw for liquids.

Answer 1

Gag rrfkextesying intermittently during feeds will trigger vomiting and risk for aspiration

Keeping bed elevated for 30 minutes during and after eating can prevent regurgitation but the precautions is washed during the eating time

Avoid chewing gums because this dies nor engage peristalsis

Providing straw can make them to swallow liquids easily during eating as this is the major problem in them and if not attended and supported properly can lead to severe complications .This is also called as safe straw drinking

Ans:Provide a drinking straw for liquids

answered by: anonymous