Which of the following is not a factor that may impair or impede nutritional intake in an elderly patient? 

A. Poorly fitting dentures
B. Apathy toward food
C. Lack of money for food
D. Swallowing difficulty
E. Reduced nutritional value of canned foods


E. Reduced nutritional value of canned foods
Most canned foods have nutritional value that is comparable to other types of foods.

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In the United States, all donated blood is tested for the following before transfusion except

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A) Marijuana B) Cocaine C) Meth D) Alcohol

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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