What type of nutritional therapy is likely to be prescribed for a client with severe dysphagia?

In cases of severe dysphagia, the safest and most effective method of nutritional therapy is typically through supplements administered via a nasogastric tube. This approach ensures that nutrition is delivered directly to the stomach, bypassing the swallowing process, which can be risky for patients with significant swallowing difficulties. Using a nasogastric tube also allows for precise control over the amount and type of nutrition provided, ensuring that the client receives adequate calories, hydration, and essential nutrients without the risk of aspiration or choking.

Oral liquid supplements, while they may seem like a viable option, still involve the swallowing process and could pose a risk to patients who cannot properly swallow liquids without risk. High-protein snack bars typically require chewing and swallowing, which might not be safe for someone with severe dysphagia. Solid food diets would also be inappropriate, as they involve swallowing solid items that could lead to aspiration or choking.

Thus, using a nasogastric tube for nutritional support is the most suitable recommendation for individuals facing the challenges posed by severe dysphagia, providing not only safety but also necessary nourishment.