An older female patient will only eat oatmeal and has bad breath. A dental exam reveals that the patient has a few of her own teeth and uses a partial appliance. She also has red, swollen, painful gums, and some teeth are loose at the gumline.
The nurse realizes the patient is experiencing which health problem? A) Periodontal disease
B) Endodontic disease
C) Gastrointestinal disease
D) Lack of adequate nutrition
Question 2
The clinic nurse is caring for a 42-year-old male oncology patient. He complains of extreme fatigue and weakness after his first week of radiation therapy. What response by the nurse would best reassure this patient?
A) These symptoms usually result from radiation therapy; however, we will continue to monitor your laboratory and X-ray studies.
B) These symptoms are part of your disease and can't be helped.
C) Don't be concerned about these symptoms. Everybody feels this way after having radiation therapy.
D) This is a good sign. It means that only the cancer cells are dying.
Female in Dominican Pod, 2005
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