Comprehensive Gero Hesi Review Questions and Answers Latest Update Graded A

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Comprehensive Gero Hesi Review Questions and Answers Latest Update Graded AA frail, elderly client is admitted to the unit with a diagnosis of pneumonia. Which finding is most important for the reg... istered nurse (RN) to report to the healthcare provider? A. Fever and chills B. Confusion and dehydration C. Crackles in the lung fields D. Nausea and vomiting Correct Answer-B. Confusion and dehydration Rationale: Confusion and dehydration (B) are findings of inadequate oxygenation and perfusion in this frail elderly client. (A), (C) and (D) are all common with pneumonia, but the most important finding is confusion and evidence of dehydration, which require treatment for this frail elderly client. A frail elderly couple asks the registered nurse (RN) if they have to watch their salt intake because food does not taste as good as it used to so they have to season most foods. What information should the RN offer the couple? [Show More]

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