The nurse uses olfaction during a patient assessment.If a sweet,fruity smell is noticed in the patient's oral cavity,which of the following should the nurse suspect?

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A sweet, fruity smell in the oral cavity can indicate diabetic acidosis, which is caused by high levels of ketones in the blood. This can cause a sweet smell in the breath and mouth. Gum disease, urinary tract infection, and malabsorption syndrome are not typically associated with a sweet, fruity smell in the oral cavity.

The Nurse Uses Olfaction During a Patient Assessment