Nurse aide (NNAAP) practice

A nurse aide is helping a resident with a known swallowing problem eat dinner. After a few bites, the resident starts coughing and her voice sounds wet and gurgly. What should the aide do?

• AGive her a large sip of water to clear her throat and keep going
• BStop feeding, keep her upright, and report to the nurse right away
• CLay her down so she can rest and catch her breath
• DWait 10 minutes and then offer the same food again