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Davideckstein7 · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

The nurse is aware that factors that make the older adult especially at risk for dehydration include ___________________ _____. (Select all that apply.)

a. decreased sense of thirst.
b. increased urine concentration.
c. increased levels of aldosterone.
d. self-imposed restriction of fluid related to fear of incontinence.
e. diminished levels of mentation.

Question 2

The assessments of an older adult that would suggest a nutritional deficit include ___________________ ___________________ . (Select all that apply.)

a. excessive hair loss.
b. oily scalp.
c. cracks in the corners of the mouth.
d. diarrhea.
e. slow healing of wounds.