The home health nurse notes that the 86-year-old male patient has a collection of many types of potato chips, a wide variety of flavored sauces, spices, and a large supply of chocolate candy in the kitchen
The nurse's most accurate assessment of this behavior would be that it indicates that the patient:
a. has a diminished sense of taste.
b. is buying less expensive foods to conserve money.
c. is experiencing the onset of diabetes.
d. is reluctant to prepare a cooked meal.
ANS: A
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