The nurse is admitting an overweight older adult client to the medical-surgical unit with a possible hip fracture. Based on this assessment data, which diagnosis does the nurse anticipate for this client?
1. Decubiti.
2. Degenerative joint disease.
3. Chronic pain.
4. Stroke.
Correct Answer: 2
Overweight and obesity are risk factors for degenerative joint disease and functional and mobility problems. Overweight clients may be at an increased risk for the development of decubiti but this is not a direct finding associated with a hip fracture. There is no relationship between the client's weight, possible hip fracture and the presence of chronic pain. There is inadequate information to support the risk for stroke.
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