Why should dry crumbly food not be given in a semi-solid diet?
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Correct answer: It may scatter in the mouth and become hard to swallow
Dry crumbly foods do not form a cohesive bolus. Their particles can scatter over the tongue and throat, trigger coughing, or remain difficult to swallow safely. A semi-solid diet should generally be moist, cohesive, smooth or appropriately mashed, while still providing adequate energy and nutrients for the patient.
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It may scatter in the mouth and become hard to swallow
Why is this the correct answer?
Dry crumbly foods do not form a cohesive bolus. Their particles can scatter over the tongue and throat, trigger coughing, or remain difficult to swallow safely. A semi-solid diet should generally be moist, cohesive, smooth or appropriately mashed, while still providing adequate energy and nutrients for the patient.
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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