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The nurse is planning care for a client and determines that it would be best to utilize the Nursing Outcomes Classification (NOC) when forming client outcomes because:
 
  1. It would be easier than forming outcomes.
   2. The NOC looks more professional.
   3. The NOC allows better nursing communication.
   4. The NOC facilitates data collection.

Question 2

What is a primary concern of the nurse regarding fluid and electrolytes when caring for the older adult who is intermittently confused?
 
  1. Risk of kidney damage
   2. Risk of stroke
   3. Risk of bleeding
   4. Risk of dehydration



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Answer to Question 1

3. The NOC allows better nursing communication.

Rationale:
The standardized language of NOC allows nurses to describe nursing problems, treatments, and outcomes in a consistent manner that is understood by all nurses. NOC was not devised to make outcomes easier or more professional looking. Outcomes are based on data already collected and do not facilitate data gathering.

Answer to Question 2

4. Risk of dehydration

Rationale:
As an adult ages, the thirst mechanism declines. In a client with an altered level of consciousness, this can increase the risk of dehydration and high serum osmolality. The risks for kidney damage, stroke, and bleeding are not specifically related to aging or fluid and electrolyte issues.





 

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