An older adult client who resides in a long-term care facility is admitted to the hospital with sepsis. The family is tearful and does not understand how their family member got so sick from a bed sore
What should the nurse teach the family to help in the care of the client?
A) Alert the staff when the IV runs dry.
B) Help the nurse with dressing changes.
C) Assist the client to the bathroom so there is not a fall.
D) Assist the client with meals to obtain optimal nourishment.
Answer: D
Poor nutritional status and a slow-functioning immune system contribute to the risk for sepsis in the older client. The family can help by assisting and encouraging the client to take in the proper nourishment needed. The family is not responsible for IV or dressing changes. Assisting the client to the bathroom should be done by the staff who are responsible for client safety.
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