Which practice reported by a patient would most likely contribute to the patient's decreased ability to taste and smell?
a. alcohol and tobacco use c. lack of variety in her diet
b. excessive intake of sweets d. drinking hot beverages
A
Alcohol and tobacco use may alter the senses of taste and smell. None of the other options are reported to affect taste and smell.
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A) Teach the child the importance of being happy and unstressed. B) Administer therapy that alters the child's mood and feelings. C) Administer antidepressants to counter stress. D) Find the factors that have caused stress in the child.
The nurse is caring for a 65 year old Black female patient with newly diagnosed diabetes who already has numerous complications. The following questions (13 – 16) pertain to this situation
From the information provided, which of the following is least likely true about this patient's situation and diabetes? a. she is typical for age, gender, and ethnic background b. early diagnosis may have been difficult c. she will exhibit increased urine output, excessive thirst, and hunger d. she is likely to also have hypertension
The nurse is planning a presentation for nursing assistants on caring for older patients. Which criteria should the nurse include when explaining frailty? Select all that apply.
1. Slowness 2. Low activity 3. Short-term memory loss 4. Weakness and exhaustion 5. Unplanned weight loss of at least 10 lbs. in a year
The difference in blood pressure readings between the right and the left arms is considered normal up to ______ mm Hg
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word