The client has a history of difficulty with chewing and swallowing. The Personal Care Aide should:
Understand the Problem
The question is asking what a Personal Care Aide should do for a client who has difficulties chewing and swallowing. This involves selecting the most appropriate option from the provided answers that ensures the client's safety and well-being during meal time.
Answer
Prepare the meal and stay with the client to assist as needed.
The Personal Care Aide should prepare the meal and stay with the client to assist as needed.
Answer for screen readers
The Personal Care Aide should prepare the meal and stay with the client to assist as needed.
More Information
Observing and assisting clients who have difficulty chewing or swallowing helps prevent choking or aspiration.
Tips
Leaving a client with swallowing difficulties alone during meals can increase the risk of choking or aspiration.
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