Question

question 3 of 5
an older adult client reports lacking the desire to eat. the client also reports having discomfort from dentures and a persistently dry mouth. which questions should the nurse include when taking the health history for this client?

have you noticed any bluish - black swelling under your tongue?
can you tell me what you eat in a day?
which medications do you take?
when was your last dental examination?
how much water do you drink in a day?

Explanation:

• "Have you noticed any bluish - black swelling under your tongue?" is not directly related to the client's reported issues of lack of appetite, denture discomfort, and dry mouth.
• "Can you tell me what you eat in a day?" helps assess dietary habits related to lack of appetite.
• "Which medications do you take?" can identify drugs that may cause dry mouth as a side - effect.
• "When was your last dental examination?" is relevant to denture discomfort.
• "How much water do you drink in a day?" is important for evaluating the cause of dry mouth.

Answer:

B. Can you tell me what you eat in a day?
C. Which medications do you take?
D. When was your last dental examination?
E. How much water do you drink in a day?