Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 94%
Simulated
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has pernicious anemia. The nurse should identify that which of the following findings increases the client's risk for injury?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
The correct answer is A: Uses a firm-bristled toothbrush. Pernicious anemia can cause neurological deficits, including peripheral neuropathy, which can affect sensation. Using a firm-bristled toothbrush increases the risk of oral mucosal injury due to decreased sensation. Increased intake of green, leafy vegetables (B) is actually beneficial for pernicious anemia as they provide folate and other essential nutrients. Drinking 2,500 mL of fluid per day (C) helps prevent dehydration, which is important but not directly related to injury risk. Wearing a face mask around others (D) is not relevant to injury risk in pernicious anemia. Choices E and F are not applicable.