Xerostomia Has a Negative Effect on Oral Tissues,but Its Effect

question 31

Multiple Choice

Xerostomia has a negative effect on oral tissues,but its effect on dietary intake is typically negligible because this condition is characterized by diminished or absent salivary flow or a change in the viscosity of saliva.

• A) Both the statement and the reason are correct and related.
• B) Both the statement and the reason are correct but are not related.
• C) The statement is correct, but the reason is not correct.
• D) The statement is not correct, but the reason is correct.
• E) Neither the statement nor the reason is correct.

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Definitions:

Spontaneous Movement

Unplanned, voluntary or involuntary movements that occur without conscious thought or intention.

Daily Living

Refers to the routine activities that people tend to do every day without needing assistance, such as eating, bathing, and dressing.

Auditory Hallucination

A sensory experience of hearing sounds or voices that are not present in the external environment.

Safety Measures

Actions or devices designed to prevent accidents and injuries, and reduce the risk of harm in various settings.