Nutrition, comfort and end of lifeQuestion 379 of 1700

Who can assess a resident's needs and provide adaptive silverware or meal aids?

  1. A pharmacist who fills the resident's prescriptions
  2. A social worker who plans the resident's discharge
  3. An occupational therapist, who is part of the care team
  4. A chaplain who supports the resident's spiritual needs
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Correct answer: An occupational therapist, who is part of the care team

Occupational therapists assess needs and provide adaptive equipment.

Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 6.2: Nutrition and Fluid Needs

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026