A nurse is caring for a client who is 9 days postoperative following a total laryngectomy. The nurse removes the client's NG tube and initiates oral feedings. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
"Tuck your chin when you swallow so you won't choke."
"It is no longer possible for you to choke on or aspirate food."
"You should have no trouble swallowing fluids."
"I will add a thickener to your liquids to prevent aspiration."
A nurse is caring for a client who is 9 days postoperative following a total laryngectomy. The nurse removes the client's NG tube and initiates oral feedings.Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
"Tuck your chin when you swallow so you won't choke.
"It is no longer possible for you to choke on or aspirate food."
"You should have no trouble swallowing fluids."
"I will add a thickener to your liquids to prevent aspiration.