Pn fundamentals 2023
Pn fundamentals 2023 ( 55 Questions)
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is experiencing dysphagia following a recent stroke. The nurse should initiate a referral to which of the following interprofessional team members?
Occupational therapists help clients with daily living activities but are not primarily involved in managing dysphagia.
A registered dietitian can provide guidance on nutritional needs but does not typically manage the mechanics of swallowing.
A respiratory therapist focuses on respiratory issues, not on swallowing difficulties.
A speech-language pathologist is specifically trained to evaluate and treat swallowing disorders (dysphagia), which makes them the appropriate specialist for this referral.
A. Occupational therapists help clients with daily living activities but are not primarily involved in managing dysphagia.
B. A registered dietitian can provide guidance on nutritional needs but does not typically manage the mechanics of swallowing.
C. A respiratory therapist focuses on respiratory issues, not on swallowing difficulties.
D. A speech-language pathologist is specifically trained to evaluate and treat swallowing disorders (dysphagia), which makes them the appropriate specialist for this referral.