A nurse on a rehabilitation unit is creating a plan of care for a newly admitted client who has difficulty swallowing following a stroke. Which of the following inter-professional team members should the nurse anticipate consulting regarding the client's condition? (Select all that apply.) A) Speech-language pathologist B) Occupational therapist C) Dietitian D) Psychologist E) Pharmacy technician

### A) Speech-language pathologist B) Occupational therapist C) Dietitian

## Step1: Identify the client's condition### The client has difficulty swallowing, which is a condition known as dysphagia. This condition can affect the client's ability to eat, speak, and communicate, necessitating a multidisciplinary approach for care.## Step2: Determine the roles of the inter-professional team members### A Speech-Language Pathologist can help with swallowing difficulties and communication issues. An Occupational Therapist can assist with daily living activities, including eating. A Dietitian can ensure the client's nutritional needs are met while considering their swallowing ability.## Step3: Exclude irrelevant team members### A Psychologist and a Pharmacy Technician are not directly involved in addressing the client's swallowing difficulties. The psychologist deals with mental health issues, and the pharmacy technician is involved in medication management, neither of which are primary concerns for dysphagia.