Author Question: Which of the following is true in regard to dehydration and the older adult? a. Thirst response ... (Read 107 times)

Cooldude101 · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

Which of the following is true in regard to dehydration and the older adult?

a. Thirst response is decreased.
b. Greater water intake is normal.
c. Vomiting and diarrhea do not contribute to dehydration.
d. More free water is available in the body because of decreased muscle mass.

Question 2

Which of these staff members does the staff nurse assign to provide morning care for an older adult patient who requires assistance with activities of daily living?

a. Licensed vocational nurse
b. Cardiac monitor technician
c. Nursing assistive personnel (NAP)
d. None of the above; the nurse needs to provide morning care to this patient.

Anton · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A

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A Dehydration is common in the older adult because the thirst response is reduced.
B Dehydration results in lower, rather than greater, water intake.
C Vomiting and diarrhea can accompany the onset of acute illness, leaving older adults at risk for further dehydration.
D With a decrease in muscle mass, there is less, rather than more, free water available in the body.

Answer to Question 2

C
The NAP is capable of caring for this patient and is the most cost-effective choice. The cardiac monitor technician's role is to watch the cardiac monitors for patients on the floor. The nurse and the licensed vocational nurse are not the most cost-effective options in this case, even though each could assist with activities of daily living. These nurses would be better used to administer medications, perform assessments, etc.