Author Question: Inadequate fluid intake can make the older adult susceptible to which of the following? (Select all ... (Read 15 times)

vicky · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

Inadequate fluid intake can make the older adult susceptible to which of the following? (Select all that apply.)

a. Altered absorption of drugs
b. Digestive disorders
c. Constipation
d. Bleeding disorders
e. Reduced appetite

Question 2

he nurse cautions the older adult against taking excess vitamin supplements because some vitamins can be retained in fatty tissue and cause liver damage, including vitamin(s) __________. (Select all that apply.)

a. A
b. B6
c. C
d. D
e. E

fatboyy09 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, B, C, E
Bleeding disorders are not associated with inadequate intake. All other options are problems associated with a fluid deficit.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, D, E
Excess fat-soluble vitamins A, D, and E can be retained in fatty tissue and result in hepatic damage.