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karlynnae

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Bacteremia in older clients
 
  A) is usually caused by the pneumococcal bacteria.
  B) most frequently results from undiagnosed or inadequately treated infections.
  C) is confirmed by leukocytosis on the complete blood count (CB
  C).
  D) is usually heralded by a spike in temperature.

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An older patient is diagnosed with cardiovascular disease. Which factors that can contribute to frailty should the nurse include when planning care for this patient? Standard Text: Select all that apply.
 
  1. Risk for dehydration
  2. Electrolyte imbalance
  3. Digestive abnormalities
  4. Fatigue and activity intolerance
  5. Multiple prescribed medications


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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

1,2,4,5
Rationale: Cardiovascular factors that can contribute to frailty include the risk for dehydration.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
:D TYSM

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