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torybrooks · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

The nurse is admitting an overweight older adult client to the medical-surgical unit with a possible hip fracture. Based on this assessment data, which diagnosis does the nurse anticipate for this client?

1. Decubiti.
2. Degenerative joint disease.
3. Chronic pain.
4. Stroke.

Question 2

The nurse conducts a nutritional assessment and concludes that the client is experiencing undernutrition. Which condition would cause the nurse to suspect this nutritional disorder?

1. Renal failure.
2. Hypertension.
3. Wound that will not heal.
4. Delayed menopause.

EAN94 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 2

Overweight and obesity are risk factors for degenerative joint disease and functional and mobility problems. Overweight clients may be at an increased risk for the development of decubiti but this is not a direct finding associated with a hip fracture. There is no relationship between the client's weight, possible hip fracture and the presence of chronic pain. There is inadequate information to support the risk for stroke.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 3

Undernutrition can lead to delayed growth, compromised immune status, poor wound healing, muscle loss, physical and functional decline, and lack of proper development. Overnutrition results from excesses in nutrient intake or stores and can manifest itself in conditions such as obesity, hypertension, hypercholesterolemi a, or toxic levels of stored vitamins or minerals. There are many causes of kidney failure that are not related to nutrition. Delay in menopause is not a nutritional concern.