Which Person Would Be the Most Appropriate Candidate When Considering

question 41

Multiple Choice

Which person would be the most appropriate candidate when considering home nutrition support?​

• A) ​A patient with a severe swallowing disorder
• B) ​A person with delayed cognitive functioning
• C) ​A patient who requires a mechanical ventilator
• D) ​A person with a severe head injury
• E) ​A patient who has hearing loss

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Definitions:

Epidemiology

The study and analysis of the distribution, patterns, and determinants of health and disease conditions in defined populations.

Prognosis

A prediction regarding the likely course and outcome of a disease or condition, based on medical knowledge and patient-specific factors.

Diagnosis

The process of identifying and determining the nature of a disease or disorder through evaluation of patient history, examination, and review of laboratory data.

Aetiology

The study of causes or origins, often used in the contexts of disease to describe the factors contributing to the onset of health conditions.