The older adult client had been experiencing nocturia and decided to voluntarily restrict fluid intake during the day to help avoid the problem
Which of the following statements by the client's daughter indicates that the client may be experiencing a complication associated with this practice? Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. "He fell and hit his head because he's been so unsteady.".
2. "His stools have started to look loose and bloody.".
3. "I think he's beginning to develop Alzheimer's disease because he can get so confused.".
4. "I don't think he's had a bowel movement since 1 week ago.".
5. "His urine looks cloudy and dark.".
1,3,4,5
Rationale 1: "He fell and hit his head because he's been so unsteady.". This client is likely experiencing the effects of dehydration due to voluntarily restricting his fluid intake. Dehydration may lead to an increased fall risk because dehydration may alter the client's electrolyte status, leaving him weak and tired. This will increase the client's risk of falling.
Rationale 2: "His stools have started to look loose and bloody.". This client is likely experiencing the effects of dehydration due to voluntarily restricting his fluid intake. Loose and bloody stools are not typically associated with dehydration.
Rationale 3: "I think he's beginning to develop Alzheimer's disease because he can get so confused.". This client is likely experiencing the effects of dehydration due to voluntarily restricting his fluid intake. Dehydration can result in confusion.
Rationale 4: "I don't think he's had a bowel movement since 1 week ago.". This client is likely experiencing the effects of dehydration due to voluntarily restricting his fluid intake. Dehydration can result in constipation.
Rationale 5: "His urine looks cloudy and dark.". This client is likely experiencing the effects of dehydration due to voluntarily restricting his fluid intake. The client who is suffering from dehydration may experience urinary tract infections. His urine may look dark and cloudy.
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