A patient has recently suffered a stroke with left-sided weakness. She has problems with choking, especially when she drinks thin liquids. What nursing interventions would be most helpful in assisting this patient to swallow safely?
A) Having her avoid all liquids
B) Instructing her to tuck her chin when swallowing
C) Giving her sips of water with each bite
D) Having her turn her head to the left
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