The nurse caring for older adult patients best minimizes the patient's risk of developing dehydration by
a. identifying the patient's oral fluid prefe-rences and offering them regularly.
b. carefully monitoring the effects of daily diuretics via blood sodium levels.
c. minimizing the patient's reliance on laxa-tives by increasing dietary fiber intake.
d. carefully monitoring of the rate of infusion of all intravenous fluids prescribed.
A
Physiologically, the decreased intake can be related to altered thirst; older adults may not feel thirsty even when hypovolemic. The other actions may be appropriate for selected patients.
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A female patient is experiencing abdominal pain, vaginal bleeding, and fatigue. What should the nurse do first?
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A nurse is planning interventions for the clients of a homeless shelter. Which of the activities represents a primary level intervention regarding sexually transmitted diseases?
1. HIV screening for all residents 2. Sex education for teenage residents 3. Treatment for residents diagnosed with AIDS 4. Gynecological referrals for female residences
The acronym CAPD stands for ________ ________ ________ ________.
What will be an ideal response?