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natalie2426 · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

A nurse teaches an older adult with a decreased production of estrogen. Which statement should the nurse include in this client's teaching to decrease injury?

a. Drink at least 2 liters of fluids each day.
b. Walk around the neighborhood for daily exercise.
c. Bathe your perineal area twice a day.
d. You should check your blood glucose before meals.

Question 2

A nurse assesses a client diagnosed with adrenal hypofunction. Which client statement should the nurse correlate with this diagnosis?

a. I have a terrible craving for potato chips.
b. I cannot seem to drink enough water.
c. I no longer have an appetite for anything.
d. I get hungry even after eating a meal.

welcom1000 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
An older adult client with decreased production of estrogen is at risk for decreased bone density and fractures. The nurse should encourage the client to participate in weight-bearing exercises such as walking. Drinking fluids and performing perineal care will decrease vaginal drying but not decrease injury. Older adults often have a decreased glucose tolerance, but this is not related to a decrease in estrogen.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
The nurse correlates a client's salt craving with adrenal hypofunction. Excessive thirst is related to diabetes insipidus or diabetes mellitus. Clients who have hypothyroidism often have a decrease in appetite. Excessive hunger is associated with diabetes mellitus.