observation was that some homes restricted food items such as jelly and ice cream for residents on a pureed diet even though most residents were not on thickened fluids and the restriction was unnecessary, further reducing the quality of menu items offered....
The provider prescribes a full liquid diet progressing to a pureed diet as a tolerated. Before initiating feedings, it is essential that this patient undergo which of the following? Swallowing examination Which of the following interventions should a nurse use at mealtimes for a patient who has...