The nurse is concerned that an older patient is at risk for aspirating. What information did the nurse use to make this clinical determination? Select all that apply.
A) Prefers to eat alone
B) Poor appetite for breakfast
C) Difficulty swallowing liquids
D) Serum albumin level 2.8 g/dL
E) Frequent episodes of heartburn
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