An elderly client from long term care facility is admitted with sepsis. The family is tearful and does not understand how their family member got so sick from a bed sore
The nurse teaches the family which of the following to help in the care of this client? 1. Assist the client at mealtimes to obtain optimal nourishment
2. Assist the client to the bathroom so there is not a fall
3. Alert the staff when the IV runs dry
4. Help the nurse with dressing changes
1. Assist the client at mealtimes to obtain optimal nourishment
Rationale:
Poor nutritional status and a slow functioning immune system contribute to the risk for sepsis in the older client. The family can help by assisting and encouraging the client to take in the proper nourishment needed. Assisting the client to the bathroom should be done by the staff who are responsible for client safety. The family is not responsible for IV or dressing changes.
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