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The nurse is caring for a client with Parkinson's disease who has developed adventitious lung sounds. The client is waiting to be evaluated with a swallowing test. Which of the following should the nurse expect the primary care provider to prescribe to meet the client's nutritional needs? a. dysphagia diet with aspiration precautions. b. low-residue, full-liquid diet c. total parenteral nutrition (TPN). d. nothing by mouth (NPO) except water

Name: the nurse is caring for a client with parkinsons disease who has developed adventitious lung sounds the client is waiting to be evaluated with a swallowing test which of the following should 25553
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Description: the nurse is caring for a client with parkinsons disease who has developed adventitious lung sounds the client is waiting to be evaluated with a swallowing test which of the following should 25553

          The nurse is caring for a client with Parkinson's disease who has developed adventitious lung sounds. The client is waiting to be evaluated with a swallowing test. Which of the following should the nurse expect the primary care provider to prescribe to meet the client's nutritional needs?
a. dysphagia diet with aspiration precautions.
b. low-residue, full-liquid diet
c. total parenteral nutrition (TPN).
d. nothing by mouth (NPO) except water

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01/14/2024

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The client has Parkinson's disease and has developed adventitious lung sounds, which could indicate respiratory issues. The client is waiting for a swallowing test, suggesting concerns about dysphagia (difficulty swallowing) which is common in Parkinson's disease. Show more…

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The nurse is caring for a client with Parkinson's disease who has developed adventitious lung sounds. The client is waiting to be evaluated with a swallowing test. Which of the following should the nurse expect the primary care provider to prescribe to meet the client's nutritional needs? a. dysphagia diet with aspiration precautions. b. low-residue, full-liquid diet c. total parenteral nutrition (TPN). d. nothing by mouth (NPO) except water