Multiple Choice
The nurse is caring for a patient experiencing dysphagia and weight loss due to oral mucositis. Which of the following should be the nurse's highest priority?
A) Instruct the patient to use hydrogen-peroxide-based mouthwash three times daily.
B) Provide Xylocaine (viscous lidocaine) topically prior to meals.
C) Encourage normal saline rinses each morning.
D) Order a puree diet.
Correct Answer:
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Correct Answer:
Verified
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