A home health nurse performs an admission on a 90-year-old client who has a small dog. The client states that the most important problem is urinary incontinence. The client's blood pressure is 135/90 mm Hg, with last bowel movement 3 days ago
Which of the following areas addresses the person's goals?
A) Safety
B) Incontinence
C) Blood pressure
D) Constipation
Ans: B
Although nurses address safety, blood pressure, and constipation as part of a comprehensive care plan, it is imperative to begin by addressing the older adult's priority.
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