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The nurse is caring for an older adult client on a medical-surgical unit. The client tells the nurse, I don't get any sleep at night because I have to get up and use the bathroom every couple of hours
 
  When providing an explanation for the nocturia, which statement by the nurse is the most appropriate?
  A) As you get older, there is a decrease in number of nephrons.
  B) As you get older, there is a decrease in the blood supply to your bladder.
  C) As you get older, you may have a decrease in bladder capacity.
  D) As you get older, there is a decrease in cardiac output, which can cause your symptoms.

Question 2

A client presents with delayed wound healing. During the physical assessment, which nutrient deficiency does the nurse anticipate based on the data?
 
  A) Protein
  B) Digestive enzymes
  C) Insulin
  D) Carbohydrates



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: C

Approximately 70 of older women and 50 of older men have to get up two or more times during the night to empty their bladders due to decreased bladder capacity. A decrease in blood supply causes an increase in urine concentration. A decrease in the number of nephrons decreases the filtration rate. A decrease in cardiac output decreases peripheral circulation, which would decrease urinary output day or night.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: A
A deficiency of protein may delay wound healing. Digestive enzymes aid in the digestion of nutrients. Insulin allows glucose to be used by the cells. Carbohydrates are a source of energy.




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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
Excellent


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Great answer, keep it coming :)

 

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