The nurse has completed discharge teaching with an elderly client who had the admission diagnosis of dehydration. What statement if made by the clients indicates that further teaching needs to occur?
1. "I should add foods to my diet like soups and fruit.".
2. "If my urine gets to be a dark yellow I should increase how much I am drinking.".
3. "I do not have to worry if I lose a little weight in the next week, I can afford to lose a few pounds.".
4. "I should make myself a schedule so that I remember to drink fluids throughout the day.".
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Rationale: Weight loss is a symptom of dehydration in the older adult. Foods like soups and fruit are high in water content and will help keep the elderly client hydrated. Darkened urine is also a sign of dehydration. Making a drinking schedule will help remind the client to drink frequently throughout the day.
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