Safety and emergenciesQuestion 1093 of 1700
A resident has trouble chewing or swallowing at meals. What should you do?
- Cut the meal short and clear the tray
- Report the problem to the nurse
- Give only drinks until it passes
- Thin the food yourself with water
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Correct answer: Report the problem to the nurse
Eating problems can lead to poor intake, skin breakdown, and infection. The nurse decides what to change.
Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 3.3: Resident Environment
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026