Which intervention is appropriate for the patient with a nursing diagnosis of Disturbed Sensory Perception: Gustatory?
A)Limit oral hygiene to one time a day.
B)Teach the patient to combine foods in each bite.
C)Assess for sores or open areas in the mouth.
D)Instruct the patient to avoid salt substitutes.

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Assessing for sores or open areas in the mouth is appropriate as these can affect taste perception, which is relevant to the diagnosis of Disturbed Sensory Perception: Gustatory.

Which Intervention Is Appropriate for the Patient with a Nursing