The hospice nurse documents an assessment finding of cachexia in the patient record. What does cachexia describe?
a. Deep sleep and unresponsiveness
b. Marked weakness and emaciation
c. Total addiction to opioids
d. Renewed energy
ANS: B
Malnutrition marked by weakness and emaciation is called cachexia.
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