O.H.N. is an 85 year old male who has been diagnosed with the following health conditions: o Diabetes (diagnosed since 6

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O.H.N. is an 85 year old male who has been diagnosed with thefollowing health conditions: o Diabetes (diagnosed since 68 yearsold) o Hypertension (diagnosed since 50 years old) o HighCholesterol (diagnosed since 65 years old) o Obesity (diagnosedsince 65 years old) o Gum Disease (diagnosed since 55 years old) •The following medications have been prescribed: o Tanzieum – takenonce weekly o Crestor o HCTZ o Lasix o Lisinopril • O.H.N. oftenhas dry mouth which affects the way food tastes and his bridge fitshis mouth. • O.H.N. is living in a low-income seniors’ apartment inthe community. • O.H.N. has Medicare and Medicaid for hisinsurances. • O.H.N. has meals delivered through Meals on Wheels,based upon recommendations from the registered dietitian. • O.H.N.has three children who take him out to dinner occasionally(birthdays/holidays). • O.H.N. has mints in his pocket which hetakes often when his mouth is too dry and often drinks carbonatedbeverages to keep his mouth moist.
1. What concerns do you have for O.H.N. regarding oral healthand nutrition? (Note: Explain what conditions may lead to adverseeffects such as gum disease as well as methods to address hischronic health concerns.)