Question

In the IDDSI framework, out of the 7 levels that are broken up between foods and liquids, there are 2 levels that can be categorized as both a food and liquid.

a. true
b. false

Answer 1

The statement is false; the IDDSI framework classifies levels for foods and liquids distinctly, with no levels categorized as both a food and liquid.

Step-by-step explanation:

The question relates to the International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative (IDDSI) framework, which classifies food and liquids into different levels based on their consistency to aid in dietary management for individuals with dysphagia.

The statement that there are 2 levels that can be categorized as both a food and liquid in the IDDSI framework is false. The IDDSI framework distinctly classifies levels for food and liquids separately, although the transition between levels may include foods that have aspects of both, such as thickened liquids or pureed foods that behave similarly to liquids.