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    A Patient Has Xerostomia
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A Patient Has Xerostomia

Question 1

Question 1

Multiple Choice

A patient has xerostomia.What intervention should the nurse add to the patient's care plan?


A) Sit the patient upright when eating.
B) Offer creamed soups and pudding.
C) Have the patient double swallow.
D) Give fluids after each bite of food.

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