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Patients who have a cancer diagnosis, infected or draining wounds, burns, or an elevated temperature for more than 2 days are at elevated _______________ risk.
 
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Question 2

MC The purpose for inflating the tracheostomy tube cuff is to
 
  A. Prevent aspiration.
  B. Provide for mechanical ventilation.
  C. Secure the tube.
  D. Allow the client to talk.



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Answer to Question 1

nutritional
Risk factors for potential nutritional problems include cancer diagnoses, infected or draining wounds, burns, and elevated body temperature for more than 2 days. Patients exhibiting these conditions should be assessed for their nutritional status.

Answer to Question 2

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