Which Practice Reported by a Patient Would Most Likely Contribute

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which practice reported by a patient would most likely contribute to the patient's decreased ability to taste and smell?

• A) alcohol and tobacco use
• B) excessive intake of sweets
• C) lack of variety in her diet
• D) drinking hot beverages

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Definitions:

Psychologists

are professionals specialized in the study of the mind and behavior, often working in research, clinical settings, or as counselors and therapists.

Informed Consent

The process of getting permission before conducting a healthcare intervention on a person, with the individual having adequate knowledge of the risks, benefits, and alternatives.

Experimental Task

A task designed and used within a controlled experiment to investigate hypotheses or measure outcomes.

Risk

The possibility of loss, injury, or other adverse or unwelcome circumstance; a chance or situation involving such a possibility.