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A resident refuses a meal and pushes the tray away. What should the nursing assistant do?
- A.Respect the refusal, ask if something else is preferred if allowed, and report and record the refusal
- B.Force small bites so the record looks better
- C.Hide the refusal and chart that the meal was eaten
- D.Take away all food for the rest of the day
Correct answer
A. Respect the refusal, ask if something else is preferred if allowed, and report and record the refusal
Why
Residents have the right to refuse food, and the refusal must be honestly reported and recorded. Forcing food is unsafe and violates resident rights.
Content outline: Physical Care Skills - Activities of Daily Living: Nutrition and Hydration · From the Physical Care Skills practice bank (PC-073).