Because the nurse is aware that the 86-year-old woman has age-related loss of subcutaneous fat and a lowered metabolism rate, the nurse will take special precautions to:
a. weigh the patient carefully without clothing.
b. prevent the patient from becoming chilled during the examination.
c. give fluids before the examination.
d. elevate the patient's head while he or she is lying in a supine position.
ANS: B
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