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Clinical Nurse Specialist CNS Adult Practice Test

Category - AACN Clinical Nurse Specialist Practice Test

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In an upper respiratory tract infection, secretion of copious amounts of mucus can affect a client’s appetite. Which of the following interventions can best help increase the palatability of food for a client with an upper respiratory infection?
  1. Increase oral fluid intake.
  2. Offer oral care before eating.
  3. Offer citrus juice before eating.
  4. Remove sputum containers and trash from the eating area.
Explanation
Answer: C - The other options are correct, but drinking citrus juice prior to eating is the best intervention to help cleanse the palate of the sputum taste. This intervention increases the palatability of the food. The taste of sputum in the mouth decreases the appetite, so frequent oral care should be reinforced. In addition, the nurse can help the client select preferred foods that are within the nutritional recommendations given to the client.
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