CNA Feeding and Hydration 4

Question 1

A resident with dysphagia is prescribed a nectar-thick liquid diet. Which of the following beverages must be thickened before serving?

Accepted Answer

All of the above

Answer

All thin liquids, including juice, milk, and water, must be thickened to the prescribed consistency for residents with dysphagia.

Question 2

When assisting a resident who is eating, the CNA notices the resident begins to cough repeatedly after each sip of water. The BEST action is to:

Accepted Answer

Stop the meal and report to the nurse immediately

Answer

Repeated coughing after swallowing is a sign of possible aspiration, which must be reported to the nurse immediately.

Question 3

A resident with Parkinson's disease is having difficulty bringing a fork to their mouth independently. The CNA should FIRST:

Accepted Answer

Offer adaptive utensils and allow the resident to attempt self-feeding

Answer

Adaptive utensils promote resident independence and dignity before resorting to full assistance.

Question 4

Which observation during mealtime MOST suggests a resident may have poor dentition affecting their ability to eat?

Accepted Answer

Resident pockets food in the cheeks or spits out tough pieces

Answer

Pocketing food or spitting out pieces often indicates the resident cannot chew effectively due to dental problems.

Question 5

A resident's intake record shows they have only consumed 25% of meals for the past three days. The CNA should:

Accepted Answer

Report the pattern to the nurse and document accurately

Answer

Consistently poor oral intake over multiple days is a significant nutritional concern that must be reported promptly.

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