The nurse is caring for a patient who is receiving radiation therapy for a tumor in the salivary gland. The patient complains of a very dry mouth. Which of the following would best document this finding?
A) "Halitosis noted."
B) "Patient reports xerostomia."
C) "Patient experiencing dysphagia with liquids."
D) "Grade II stomatitis present."
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