A resident with dysphagia has a care plan specifying 'minced and moist' texture. What should the HCA do if only regular-texture food is available on the tray?
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A
Do not serve the food; report to the nurse and dietary department and obtain the correct texture modification
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B
Blend the food yourself to the closest possible consistency
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C
Allow the resident to eat the regular texture slowly with supervision
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D
Serve the food but tell the resident to chew very carefully