Because older adult clients frequently do not present the usual signs and symptoms of urinary tract infection, the major clinical manifestation may be:
a. incontinence c. fever of unknown origin
b. signs of acute confusion d. nausea and vomiting
B
Older adult clients frequently do not present the usual signs and symptoms of urinary tract infection (UTIs). Falling or signs of acute onset confusion (more than normal) are often the major clinical manifestations.
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