During morning rounds, the nurse notes that the unlicensed assistive personnel is assisting a patient with Parkinson's disease with breakfast. Which observation requires an immediate intervention?

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Raising the head of the bed to only 30 degrees may not be sufficient to prevent aspiration in a patient with Parkinson's disease, especially during eating or drinking. Patients with Parkinson's disease often have difficulty swallowing (dysphagia), and a higher elevation, typically 45 to 90 degrees, is recommended during meals to reduce the risk of aspiration.

During Morning Rounds, the Nurse Notes That the Unlicensed Assistive