What may result from not maintaining prescribed thickness of thickened liquid?
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Correct answer: Both safety and acceptability may be affected
The prescribed thickness is selected to balance swallowing safety, flow speed, comfort, and acceptance. If it is too thin, aspiration risk may increase; if too thick, the patient may struggle, dislike it, or drink less. Thus, both clinical safety and acceptability can be affected.
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Both safety and acceptability may be affected
Why is this the correct answer?
The prescribed thickness is selected to balance swallowing safety, flow speed, comfort, and acceptance. If it is too thin, aspiration risk may increase; if too thick, the patient may struggle, dislike it, or drink less. Thus, both clinical safety and acceptability can be affected.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 Home Science question. Chapter: Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics.
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