A nurse monitors for depression in the older adult population. Which of the following are a risk factor and a functional consequence of depression in the older adult? (Select all that apply.)
A) Chronic pain
B) Functional impairment
C) Hypernatremia
D) Nutritional deficiencies
E) Renal impairment
Ans: A, B, D
Chronic pain, functional impairment, and nutritional deficiencies are both contributing factors and consequences of depression in the older adult. Renal impairment and hypernatremia are not specifically related to depression.
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