While teaching a group of older adults about home safety the nurse is asked why water temperature should be checked before a bath or shower. What should the nurse respond to this question?
1. Due to failing eyesight, the older client does not see steam as easily.
2. Hot water will result in urinary incontinence.
3. The skin of the older adult is more fragile and can burn more easily than that of a younger person.
4. Cold water contributes to frostbite in the older adult.
Answer: 3
1. Failing eyesight has nothing to do with the appropriate water temperature for the older client.
2. Hot water does not have an effect on urinary incontinence.
3. The skin of the elderly is fragile and will burn more easily than that of a younger person.
4. Cold water will chill the elderly client but will not cause frostbite.
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