The nurse is working with older adult clients in an extended care facility. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to enhance the clients' sense of taste?
a. Mix foods together.
b. Assist with oral hygiene.
c. Provide foods of similar texture and consistency.
d. Make sure foods are extremely spicy.
B
Good oral hygiene keeps the taste buds well hydrated and will enhance the clients' sense of taste.
Taste perception is heightened if foods are eaten separately.
Taste perception is heightened if foods are differently textured.
Taste perception is heightened if foods are well seasoned, but not necessarily extremely spicy.
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