Multiple Choice
Short Case Study Questions
A 73-year-old retired administrative assistant has had recurrent episodes of pneumonia with weight loss for the past 5 months. Her past medical history includes high cholesterol and diabetes. Currently, she is admitted to the hospital because of complications arising from a recent stroke.
-The nurse documents that the patient has nasal regurgitation and a hoarse, wet voice. She most likely has ____.
A) oropharyngeal dysphagia
B) esophageal dysphagia
C) achalasia
D) strictures
Correct Answer:
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