Asked by Adriana Carrasquillo on May 16, 2024
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During an assessment of a 20-year-old patient with a 3-day history of nausea and vomiting, the nurse notices dry mucosa and deep vertical fissures in the tongue. What do these findings indicate?
A) Dehydration
B) A normal oral assessment
C) Irritation from gastric juices
D) Side effects from nausea medication
Vertical Fissures
Long, narrow cracks or splits oriented vertically on a surface or structure, often referring to skin or geological formations.
Dehydration
A condition resulting from excessive loss of body water, leading to impaired body functions.
- Recognize signs and symptoms of dehydration in the context of oral health.
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Orlando VillafaneMay 20, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Dehydration can cause dry mouth and deep vertical fissures in the tongue (due to reduced tongue volume). These finding are not normal and are not associated with irritation from gastric juices or from nausea caused by medications.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize signs and symptoms of dehydration in the context of oral health.
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