Achalasia/Dysphagia/Esophageal Stricture Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
what are the MNT goals?
A
- motility/LES sphincter issues
- enhance ability to eat/management of pain/discomfort
2
Q
A patient’s ability to eat/manage pain is?
A
individualized depending on specific problems with swallowing
3
Q
What is the recommended size of meals?
A
small, frequent meals as tolerated and eat slowly
4
Q
why is dysphagia diet individualized?
A
based on what patient can identify as problem foods
