The nurse will be $\mathbf{most}$ concerned about the risk of malnutrition for a patient with which sensory deficit?

A) Xerostomia
B) Dysequilibrium
C) Diabetic retinopathy
D) Peripheral neuropathy

Xerostomia

A condition also known as dry mouth, resulting from reduced or absent saliva flow, which can affect comfort, eating, and oral health.

Dysequilibrium

A condition characterized by an impaired sense of balance or stability, often leading to dizziness or falls.

Diabetic Retinopathy

Disorder of retinal blood vessels. Pathological changes secondary to increased pressure in the blood vessels of the retina result in decreased vision or vision loss caused by hemorrhage and macular edema.