A nurse is assisting with feeding a client who has had a stroke. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a manifestation of dysphagia?

Rationale:

A. This response dismisses the concerns of the assistant personnel and is not supportive.

B. This response minimizes the assistant personnel's concerns and does not acknowledge their feelings.

C. This response acknowledges the assistant personnel's concerns and opens the door for further discussion.

D. This response does not address the assistant personnel's concerns and suggests a formal complaint as the only solution. It is not supportive or collaborative.

A. The client is already on a daily dose of Metoprolol, and there is no indication that the dose should be increased. In fact, it is important to monitor the client's blood pressure and heart rate closely due to the potential side effects of Metoprolol.

B. This is the appropriate action since the client is allergic to penicillin, and the prescription for amoxicillin should be reviewed with the provider.

C. There is no indication from the information provided that the client requires a surgical mask when outside their room.

D. The client has been vomiting and experiencing abdominal cramping, which suggests nausea and discomfort. Requesting a prescription for an antiemetic medication is an appropriate action to address these symptoms.

E. There is no indication from the information provided that the client requires contact precautions. The client has a urinary tract infection and is not exhibiting symptoms consistent with a condition that requires contact precautions.