A nurse is providing care for a patient who had a stroke and is experiencing difficulty swallowing. Which of the following complications should the nurse monitor for in this patient?

Choice A rationale

Peptic ulcer disease is not a common complication of difficulty swallowing after a stroke. It is typically caused by an infection with the bacterium Helicobacter pylori or long-term use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.
Choice B rationale
Dumping syndrome is not a common complication of difficulty swallowing after a stroke. It is a condition that can occur after surgery to remove all or part of your stomach or after surgery to bypass your stomach to help you lose weight.
Choice C rationale
Aspiration is a common problem for people with dysphagia, a condition that can occur after a stroke. It occurs when something you’ve swallowed enters the airway and lungs. Normally, aspiration causes a violent cough, but a stroke can reduce sensation. In this case, you may not know you’re aspirating (silent aspiration)5.
Choice D rationale
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is not a common complication of difficulty swallowing after a stroke. GERD is a chronic disease that occurs when stomach acid or bile flows into the food pipe and irritates the lining.

Choice A rationale

Avoiding the use of tanning booths is an effective measure to prevent skin cancer as tanning booths emit harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays that can damage the skin and increase the risk of skin cancer.
Choice B rationale
Using sunscreen even on cloudy days is recommended as UV rays can penetrate through clouds and harm the skin.
Choice C rationale
Checking the skin monthly for any changes is a good practice as early detection of skin changes can lead to early diagnosis and treatment of skin cancer.
Choice D rationale
Eating a high fiber diet does not reduce the risk for developing skin cancer. While a healthy diet is important for overall health, it does not directly prevent skin cancer. Hypokalemia Explore