define dysphagia and identify signs and symptoms of swallowing problems Flashcards by Alexis Thomas | Brainscape

Q

medical term for difficulty swallowing is

A

dysphagia

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in order to prevent aspiration the nursing assistant should keep the resident in the ______ position after eating for at least 30 minutes

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upright

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food should always be placed in the ___ side of the mouth

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stronger

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