A nurse is caring for a patient with achalasia.What nursing actions should be implemented to help the patient reduce swallowing difficulty? (Select all that apply.)

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Identifying foods that cause the problem, experimenting with different eating positions, and elevating the head of the bed at night are all nursing actions that can help reduce swallowing difficulty in a patient with achalasia. Suggesting eating more rapidly and offering small bites of fresh vegetables may actually worsen the condition.

A Nurse Is Caring for a Patient with Achalasia