Brian Schmidt Is a 58-Year-Old Lawyer with a History of Hypertension

question 66

Multiple Choice

Brian Schmidt is a 58-year-old lawyer with a history of hypertension. His blood pressure has been under fairly good control with prescription medication. His secretary notices that he had a period of confusion and difficulty speaking at a meeting. She advises him to see his doctor.
-Brian's diet has been advanced.However, he has lost twenty pounds since his admission into the hospital.What is a likely cause?

• A)Inability to voice his food preferences
• B)Decreased ability to self-feed
• C)Dislike of diet
• D)All of the above
• E)None of the above

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