When the patient complains of dry mouth, what should the nurse assess for?
a. Difficulty in chewing and swallowing
b. Mouth ulcerations
c. Adequate intake of vitamin B
d. Inflammation of the tongue
ANS: A
Xerostomia causes difficulty in chewing and swallowing because food sticks to the mucous membranes and tooth surfaces.
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