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Cassandra Lyons is a 73-year-old retired administrative assistant.She has had recurrent episodes of pneumonia with weight loss for the past 5 months.Her past medical history includes high cholesterol and diabetes.Once again she is admitted to the hospital.
-The nurse documents that Cassandra has a productive cough and a hoarse voice.She most likely has:

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Cassandra's recurrent pneumonia, weight loss, productive cough, and hoarse voice suggest aspiration, which is often associated with oropharyngeal dysphagia. This condition can lead to food or liquid entering the airway, causing pneumonia.

Case Studies Cassandra Lyons Is a 73-Year-Old Retired Administrative Assistant.She Has Had