An 83-year-old puts on a sweatshirt and jacket preparing to go outside where it is currently 60°F. What interpretation should the nurse give to these actions?
A) The client is experiencing a reaction to a medication.
B) The client has decreased circulation due to heart failure.
C) The client has a dementia and cannot make decisions.
D) The client dresses to maintain an adequate internal temperature.
Ans: D
Older adults often report feeling cold, even in warm environments, and they generally prefer environmental temperatures that are at least 75°F. This choice of attire seems appropriate for the 60oF.
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