define dysphagia and identify signs and symptoms of swallowing problems Flashcards
1
Q
medical term for difficulty swallowing is
A
dysphagia
2
Q
in order to prevent aspiration the nursing assistant should keep the resident in the ______ position after eating for at least 30 minutes
A
upright
3
Q
food should always be placed in the ___ side of the mouth
A
stronger
