A resident is on a thickened liquid diet. When serving beverages, what should you do?

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Serve the beverage in the consistency ordered (e.g., nectar-thick or honey-thick) with appropriate cup and utensil. Modified diet orders must be followed exactly. Beverages must be served in the consistency specified by the care plan (nectar-thick, honey-thick, pudding-thick, etc.). The correct cup and utensil should be used as ordered. Never modify diet orders independently by adding thickeners. Following diet orders prevents aspiration risk in residents with swallowing difficulties.