While Assessing Oral Tissues, Signs of Fluid Volume Deficit (FVD)

question 31

Multiple Choice

While assessing oral tissues, signs of fluid volume deficit (FVD) that a dental hygienist should look for include: (Select all that apply.)

• A) dry tongue with longitudinal fissures.
• B) xerostomia.
• C) edema of oral mucous membranes.
• D) increased salivary flow.
• E) use of ma-huang.

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