An older patient is diagnosed with cardiovascular disease. The nurse is planning care for him; which factors can contribute to frailty? Select all that apply.
1. Decreased sense of thirst
2. Electrolyte imbalance
3. Digestive abnormalities
4. Inability to walk 10 feet
5. Multiple prescribed medications
1. Decreased sense of thirst
2. Electrolyte imbalance
4. Inability to walk 10 feet
5. Multiple prescribed medications
Explanation: 1. Cardiovascular factors that can contribute to frailty include the risk for dehydration.
2. Cardiovascular factors that can contribute to frailty include electrolyte imbalances.
3. Digestive abnormalities are more associated with liver and bowel disorders.
4. Cardiovascular factors that can contribute to frailty include fatigue and activity intolerance.
5. Cardiovascular factors that can contribute to frailty include multiple prescribed medications.
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