The nurse works with patients on different types of texture-modified diets, including the National Dysphagia Diet (NDD) and the International Dysphagia Diet Standardization Initiative (IDDSI). Which diets are correctly paired with an appropriate food item? (Select all that apply.)

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The NDD has three levels. Level I includes puree-consistency food which would include pudding. Level 2 foods are moist, softly textured, and can be easily formed into a bolus for swallowing. Peanut butter is too sticky to be included in this category. There is no Level IV. The IDDSI classification consists of 8 levels, beginning with thin liquids and progressing to normal food. Level 3 contains liquids that are moderately thick; a milkshake is a good choice. Level 5 items are minced and moist such as loose ground beef (not in a patty). Level 7 foods are regular, easy-to-chew items, such as white bread with butter.

The Nurse Works with Patients on Different Types of Texture-Modified