Question

An OTR has completed a self-feeding re-evaluation of a resident who has had a CVA in a long term care facility. Results indicate the resident would benefit from using eating utensils inserted into a universal cuff instead of using utensils with built up handles. The OTR provides the assistive eating utensils and assesses the residents ability to use the utensils. What additional actions should the OTR take to support the resident's long-term independence with self-feeding.

a.Schedule several meal time sessions to train the resident how to don and doff the cuff
b.Write about the new device in the medical history chart
c.Educate the nurse about the patient's cleaning requirements
d.Advise the client to try not to cough during meal times

Answer 1

Answer:

The additional actions should the OTR take to support the resident's long-term independence with self-feeding is to "Schedule several meal time sessions to train the resident how to don and doff the cuff"

Explanation:

Once the patients get used to the utensils then they can use it on their own without the help of anyone.