Question 1

A patient reports that meat smells different than it used to. What word describes this dysfunction?&#10;A) Aliageusia&#10;B) Anosmia&#10;C) Dysgeusia&#10;D) Parosmia

Accepted Answer

Parosmia is a dysfunction that causes distorted or altered sense of smell, where the patient perceives smells differently than they actually are.

Question 2

An elderly patient has a permanent loss of the sense of smell and diminished taste. What will be included in teaching this patient about managing these symptoms? (Select all that apply.)&#10;A) Avoiding perfumes and perfumed soaps&#10;B) Eating regular meals at scheduled times&#10;C) Putting dates on food in the refrigerator&#10;D) The importance of installing smoke detectors&#10;E) Using gas rather than electrical appliances

Accepted Answer

Eating regular meals at scheduled times (B) helps ensure nutritional needs are met despite reduced taste. Putting dates on food in the refrigerator (C) is important to avoid eating spoiled food, as the patient cannot rely on smell to determine food freshness. The importance of installing smoke detectors (D) is heightened for someone who cannot smell smoke, increasing safety in case of fire.

Deck 75: Smell and Taste Disturbances