The Nurse Is Caring for a Client Who Has Dysphagia

The nurse is caring for a client who has dysphagia caused by systemic sclerosis.What is the best intervention for the nurse to implement for this client?

A) Encourage frequent, high-protein, easy to swallow foods.
B) Teach the client to lie flat after meals to prevent reflux.
C) Thicken liquids to a nectar or honey consistency.
D) Have the client hyperextend his or her neck while swallowing.