Table 1.
Level of fluid | Description | Level of diet | Description |
---|---|---|---|
NBM | NBM | ||
Level 0 | Thin fluid | ||
Level 1 | Slightly thick | ||
Level 2 | Mildly thick | ||
Level 3 | Moderately thick | Level 3 | Liquidised |
Level 4 | Extremely thick | Level 4 | Pureed |
Level 5 | Minced & moist | ||
Level 6 | Soft & bite-sized | ||
Level 7 | Regular or easy to chew |
NBM = nil by mouth