When assisting an alert resident to eat, the CNA should:

Explanation

Mealtime is care: sit at eye level (signals respect and unhurried presence), offer choices, small bites paced to the resident's swallowing rhythm, alternate textures, verbal cues ('here is your soup'), observe for coughing or pocketing. Standing over (d) is disrespectful and rushes; mixed food (a) is unappetizing and culturally inappropriate; distracted feeding (c) is unsafe and disrespectful. Document intake percentage and any difficulties.