When discussing nutritional needs with the caretaker of an elderly client, the nurse should explain that there are many sources of water in foods which can be included when assessing the daily water intake
An example of this is adding about 100 ml water to the total daily intake that is contained in: 1. An apple.
2. One slice of bread.
3. One cup of pasta.
4. Ten French fries.
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Rationale: Many foods in a regular diet contribute to the daily fluid intake. A whole medium size apple contains 118 ml water. Other fruits and vegetables can also be a source of dietary water including: baked potatoes, oranges, green beans, and melons. Considering other sources of water can be especially important with the elderly because of a blunted response to poor hydration.
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