Author Question: A nurse admits a 90-year-old client to the hospital with a diagnosis of failure to thrive. Which of ... (Read 152 times)

lbcchick · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

A nurse admits a 90-year-old client to the hospital with a diagnosis of failure to thrive. Which of the following laboratory data should the nurse expect?

A) Low albumin and red blood cells
B) Elevated white blood cells (WBCs) and low potassium
C) Low platelets and low prothrombin time (PT)
D) Elevated calcium and magnesium

Question 2

A nurse plans care for a client who states that food is no longer appealing. The nurse notes a dry mouth and teeth in poor condition. Which interventions should the nurse include in the plan of care? (Select all that apply.)

A) Eight-ounce bottle of water between each meal
B) Hard toothbrush
C) Ice cold water at bedside
D) Meals in the common room
E) Oral care before each meal

lolol · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Ans: A
Anemia and low serum albumin levels are consistent with malnutrition. Elevated WBCs, calcium, and magnesium and low platelets and PT are not characteristic of malnutrition.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A
Social isolation can lead to lack of appetite. Saliva-producing activities before each meal and 60 to 80 ounces of water a day are recommended to treat dry mouth. Iced drinks are less palatable to the older adult with poor oral condition. A soft electric toothbrush is recommended.