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Which direction is NOT applicable for the patient who presents with xerostomia?

Each accurately describes the physical effects of food on periodontal health, except one. Which is the exception?

Each is true of a full liquid diet, except one. Which is the exception?

Each is commonly deficient in the diet of adolescents, except one. Which is the exception?

Iron-rich food or a daily low-dose oral iron supplement should be initiated at what age?

Requirements for folate are increased in older adults because a deficiency in this mineral may increase risk of cancer mortality.

Which has the least effect on cariogenicity?

Patients with diabetes mellitus must be referred to a certified diabetes educator because it is not with the scope of practice for the dental hygienist to provide this patient nutritional advice about diabetes. 

Which is NOT a possible consequence of xerostomia?

When nutrient intake is poor because of oral pain, which is the best recommendation the dental hygienist can make?