Question

question 93 1 pts a patient experiences a feeding disorder after a stroke that causes disordered tongue function and impaired laryngeal closure. what intervention will be helpful to reduce complications in this patient? surface electrical stimulation teaching head rotation thickened liquids thinning liquids

Explanation:

A patient with disordered tongue function and impaired laryngeal closure after a stroke is at risk of aspiration. Thickened liquids are easier to control and reduce the risk of aspiration compared to thin liquids. Surface electrical stimulation and teaching head - rotation may be long - term rehabilitation strategies but do not directly address the immediate risk of aspiration. Thinning liquids would increase the risk of aspiration.

Answer:

C. Thickened liquids