Brian Schmidt is a 58-year-old lawyer with a history of hypertension. His blood pressure has been under fairly good control with prescription medication. His secretary notices that he had a period of confusion and difficulty speaking at a meeting. She advises him to see his doctor. Brian's diet has been advanced. However, he has lost twenty pounds since his admission into the hospital. What is a
likely cause?
A) an inability to voice his food preferences
B) cardiac cachexia
C) family interference
D) poorly prepared food
A
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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