The nurse is caring for a patient who underwent a laryngectomy. Which of the following interventions will the nurse initially complete in an effort to meet the patient’s nutritional needs? a) Encourage sweet foods. b) Liberally season foods. c) Initiate enteral feedings. d) Offer plenty of thin liquids.
The nurse is caring for a patient who underwent a laryngectomy. Which of the following interventions will the nurse initially complete in an effort to meet the patient’s nutritional needs?
a) Encourage sweet foods.
b) Liberally season foods.
c) Initiate enteral feedings.
d) Offer plenty of thin liquids.