A newly admitted older patient has severe edema in the lower extremities and no hair on the legs. What do these manifestations most likely indicate to the nurse?
A) A diet low in protein
B) Exposure to the cold from a lack of heat
C) Frequent falls and injuries because of unsteady gain
D) Circulatory problems related to age and a chronic illness
D
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The manifestations indicate ineffective tissue perfusion in the lower extremities. These manifestations do not indicate a diet low in protein, exposure to the cold, or frequent falls and injuries.
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