A nurse is caring for a client who has difficulty swallowing following a cerebrovascular accident (CVA). Which of the following interventions should the nurse implement? Select all that apply.
Select one or more:
a. Encourage client to flex head and neck back when swallowing.
b. Encourage client to place food in the front of the mouth.
c. Elevate the head of the bed 90 degrees before feeding. d. Assess swallowing reflexes before feeding. e. Maintain suction equipment at the bedside.