Author Question: A nurse is caring for a client with severe hypothermia. What should the nurse do when providing ... (Read 54 times)

luvbio · **on:** Jul 16, 2018

A nurse is caring for a client with severe hypothermia. What should the nurse do when
providing care to the client during the rewarming process?

A) Move the client to a cooler area
B) Provide warm fluids, if the client can swallow
C) Uncover the client's head
D) Keep the client calm

Question 2

When planning meals for older adults in a long-term care facility, the nurse keeps in mind the hydration needs of older adults. Which of the following is a nursing consideration related to intake of fluids for these clients?

A) Older adults need to be encouraged to drink fluids.
B) Older adults have larger fluid reserves to protect against dehydration.
C) Older adults should limit fluids if incontinence is a problem.
D) Older adults experience a stronger thirst mechanism than younger adults.

upturnedfurball · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 16, 2018

Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

A
Feedback:
Older adults need encouragement to drink adequate amounts of water. Generally, seniors have lower fluid reserves to protect them during periods of excess fluid loss or reduced fluid intake. Many older adults do not experience thirst as strongly as do younger people. Sometimes, the older adult avoids drinking fluids because of problems with urinary incontinence, urinary retention, or frequency. Dehydration is a serious and frequently overlooked problem in this age group. The nurse should offer a variety of fluids and provide assistance to clients who are unable to consume fluids independently.