The nurse is assessing an older adult client who is cared for by an adult child. The client requires wound care and constant supervision. Because this client is considered vulnerable, what will the nurse include in the assessment?
1. Weight.
2. Vital signs.
3. Bruises.
4. Level of consciousness.
Correct Answer: 3
When assessing the older adult client who requires constant care and supervision by a caretaker, it is important for the nurse to assess this client for signs and symptom of abuse. Bruising may indicate abuse. While the other areas are appropriate to assess, they are not the priority when assessing a vulnerable client.
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