The nurse is caring for a patient with dysphagia. Which of the following interventions would be contraindicated while caring for this patient?

The nurse is caring for a patient with dysphagia. Which of the following interventions would be contraindicated while caring for this patient?



a) Allowing ample time to eat


b) Assisting the patient with meals


c) Testing the gag reflex prior to offering food or fluids


d) Placing food on the affected side of mouth



Answer: Placing food on the affected side of mouth