Describe the main causes of dysgeusia
Many chemotherapeutic agents, specifically cisplatin, and radiation to the head and neck area cause dysgeusia, or alterations in taste. Furthermore, the presence of certain tumors can elicit taste changes even before any treatment is given.
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esophageal reflux and esophagitis. The physician prescribes a histamine receptor antagonist and antacids before meals and at bedtime. ? What nursing measures will the nurse perform?
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a. nutritional status b. toxic levels of iodine c. deficiency of epinephrine d. level of thyroxine being produced
Symptoms of hypoglycemia include all of the following EXCEPT:
1.irritability. 2.nervousness. 3.weakness. 4.elevated blood glucose.
If an athlete's estimated energy need is above 50 kcal/kg of body weight daily, then this athlete is likely engaging in activity described as:
a. normal. b. moderate. c. heavy. d. exceptional.