The Nurse Finds That a Client Coughs Frequently While Eating

The nurse finds that a client coughs frequently while eating and makes repeated attempts to swallow. Based on these findings, the health care team suspects dysphagia in the client. Which other findings indicate that the client is also at risk for aspiration pneumonia?

A) Elevated temperature
B) Hyperactive bowel sounds
C) Deviated tongue and uvula
D) Drooling of food or liquids
E) Auscultation of crackles in the lungs