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Derek Butts
on Oct 20, 2024
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A patient complains to the nurse that since taking a medication he has suffered from excessively dry mouth.What term should the nurse use to document this complaint?
A) Exophthalmos
B) Anosomia
C) Insomnia
D) Xerostomia
Xerostomia
A condition characterized by dry mouth resulting from reduced or absent saliva flow, often causing discomfort and difficulty in eating and speaking.
Exophthalmos
A medical condition where the eyes bulge outwards more than normal, often associated with thyroid disease.
Insomnia
A sleep disorder characterized by difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or experiencing restorative sleep.
- Distinguish medications and ailments that could weaken sensory processes.
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Learning Objectives
- Distinguish medications and ailments that could weaken sensory processes.