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Question 16 • TX-Health Science

Which of the following signs when displayed by a patient indicates possible neglect?

Answer
A
attentiveness
B
sleepiness
C
irritability
D
malnutrition

Explanation

Malnutrition can be a warning sign that a patient is not receiving adequate food or care, so it may indicate neglect. Attentiveness, sleepiness, and irritability can occur for many reasons and are not as directly suggestive of neglect.

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