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Kthamas · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

A client is assessed as having a taste abnormality. Which of the following terms can the nurse use to describe this assessment finding during documentation? (Select all that apply.)

1. Diplopia
2. Ageusia
3. Hypogeusia
4. Dysgeusia
5. Dysphagia
6. Ataxia

Question 2

A client is receiving tests to diagnose glaucoma. Which of the following diagnostic tests will be used to identify this disorder in the client? (Select all that apply.)

1. Visual acuity
2. Visual field test
3. Tonometry
4. Weber test
5. Rinne test
6. Electroencephalogra m

billybob123 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

2, 3, 4
Taste abnormalities include ageusia, or the absence of the sense of taste; hypogeusia, or diminished taste sensitivity; and dysgeusia, or a disturbed sense of taste. Diplopia is blurred or double vision. Dysphagia is difficulty swallowing. Ataxia is a lack of muscle coordination.

Answer to Question 2

1, 2, 3
Glaucoma is determined through a comprehensive eye exam including a visual acuity test, visual fields test, dilated eye exam, and tonometry. The Weber and Rinne tests are used in an ear assessment. An electroencephalogra m is not used to diagnose glaucoma.