Which statement should be included in the nurse's education plan for older adults regarding urinary elimination?
A) Most older adults experience an increased blood flow to the kidneys.
B) Kidney function progressively increases as the body ages.
C) The kidneys become more effective in filtration with age.
D) Nocturia and urinary retention are more common in older adults.
Ans: D
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Nocturia and urinary retention are common in older adults.
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