Asked by Qimei Jiang on May 09, 2024
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A new nurse is caring for a patient who is undergoing chemotherapy for cancer.The patient is becoming malnourished because nothing tastes good.Which recommendation by the nurse would be most appropriate for this patient?
A) "Practice good oral hygiene to keep your taste buds well hydrated."
B) "Blend foods together in interesting flavour combinations."
C) "Eat soft foods that are easy to chew and swallow."
D) "Avoid adding spices or aromatic ingredients to food to prevent nausea."
Malnourished
The condition of having an inadequate or imbalanced intake of nutrients, leading to physical weakness and poor health.
Chemotherapy
A type of cancer treatment using drugs to kill or slow the growth of cancer cells.
Oral Hygiene
The practice of maintaining clean teeth and gums to prevent dental diseases.
- Evaluate the psychological effects of sensory impairment on patients and propose supportive interventions.
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Sheena DavidMay 11, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Good oral hygiene is important for stimulating and hydrating taste buds.Having an unpleasant taste in the mouth discourages the patient from eating.Foods should not be blended together because this confuses the ability to discriminate flavours and taste.Texturized,spicy,and aromatic foods stimulate eating and make it more enjoyable.
Learning Objectives
- Evaluate the psychological effects of sensory impairment on patients and propose supportive interventions.