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A patient has been determined to have poor upper esophageal sphincter opening secondary to decreased hyolaryngeal excursion, following a lateral medullary stroke. Cognitive functions are within normal limits. Which of the following interventions would be the most appropriate recommendation for this client as an initial course of treatment for the underlying disorder?A. thermotactile stimulationB. cricopharyngeal myotomyC. mendelsohn maneuverD. thickened liquidsE. chin-down posture (head/neck flexion)
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