Multiple Choice
A patient recently diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis is having difficulty with swallowing and has been choking and coughing excessively at mealtimes. The nurse implements which action first?
A) Initiating low-flow oxygen therapy
B) Suctioning the oropharynx
C) Auscultating breath sounds
D) Assessing neurological status
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