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magmichele12

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A client has been treated for diabetes mellitus since childhood. Currently, the client's blood glucose reading is 180 mg/dl. For which sensory disturbance should the nurse assess in this client?
 
  1. Loss of ability to taste
  2. Hearing loss
  3. Vision loss
  4. Loss of ability to smell

Question 2

A client diagnosed with congestive heart failure has been treated for many years with intravenous furosemide (Lasix). What sensory impairment should the nurse assess in this client?
 
  1. Loss of ability to taste
  2. Hearing loss
  3. Vision loss
  4. Loss of ability to smell



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Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 3
Rationale: Uncontrolled diabetes mellitus does not affect the ability to taste.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 2
Rationale: Furosemide (Lasix) does not affect the ability to taste.



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