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awywial

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An older patient with diabetes has an oral infection and is on antibiotics. Which manifestations might the nurse observe in this patient?
 
  1. Increased weight
  2. Increased appetite
  3. Increased gustatory sensation
  4. Increased salt or sugar intake

Question 2

The presence of vesicles on the oral mucosa or a punched out appearance of a mouth sore is suggestive of
 
  A) gingivitis.
  B) oral candidiasis or fungal infection.
  C) leukoplakia.
  D) herpes simplex or zoster infection.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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Rationale: Increased weight is incorrect because loss of taste results in loss of appetite, which leads to loss of weight.

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Reply #2 on: Jul 11, 2018
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Reply #3 on: Jul 11, 2018
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