During an assessment of a 20-year-old patient with a 3-day history of nausea and vomiting,the nurse notices dry mucosa and deep vertical fissures in the tongue.These findings are reflective of:
A) dehydration.
B) irritation by gastric juices.
C) a normal oral assessment.
D) side effects from nausea medication.
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