Samuel is an 88-year-old patient with a gastrostomy tube. The healthcare provider knows that Samuel will not always recognize thirst, even though he may need extra water. To evaluate Samuel's hydration status, the provider will check his ____
A) ?white blood cell count
B) ?respiratory rate
C) ?blood urea nitrogen
D) ?waist circumference
C
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A. insulin B. glucagon C. epinephrine D. growth hormone
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Tyler smokes cigarettes, drinks excess alcohol, and takes aspirins regularly to treat headaches and arthritis. Based on this information, Tyler has a high risk of developing
A. pancreatic failure. B. chronic constipation. C. irritable bowel syndrome. D. peptic ulcers.