A nursing instructor is discussing dehydration risks in the older adult with a student nurse. What response by the student indicates that the student needs further education?
A) "I will offer my client a drink of water every time I enter the client's room."
B) "I will administer my client's furosemide (Lasix) with the evening meal."
C) "I will administer my client's furosemide (Lasix) with breakfast."
D) "I will ensure that fresh water is available to my client."
B
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