As part of a follow-up home visit to an client age 80 years who has had surgery, a nurse discusses the client's risk for delirium with his family members
Which of the following would the nurse include as placing the client at increased risk? Select all that apply.
A) Urinary tract infection
B) Hypertension
C) Acute stress
D) Bone fractures
E) Dehydration
F) Electrolyte balance
Ans: A, C, D, E
Risk factors associated with delirium include infection, advanced age, hypotension, acute or chronic stress, bone fractures, and electrolyte or metabolic imbalances, such as dehydration and hyponatremia.
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