« previous next »

Author Question: Which of the following changes contributes to the danger of dehydration in the elderly client? 1. ... (Read 55 times)

jwb375

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 540
on: Aug 2, 2018
Which of the following changes contributes to the danger of dehydration in the elderly client?
 
  1. Constipation and atherosclerosis of the brain
  2. Decreased basal metabolic rate and decreased skeletal muscle mass
  3. Diminished gastrointestinal mucus and slowed peristalsis
  4. Less-active thirst mechanism and atrophied kidneys

Question 2

The nurse is caring for a patient who is an ovolactovegetarian. The nurse understands that this patient's food intake is limited to:
 
  1. Fruits, grains, nuts, and vegetables
  2. Eggs, fruits, grains, nuts, and vegetables
  3. Dairy products, fruits, grains, nuts, and vegetables
  4. Eggs, dairy products, fruits, grains, nuts, and vegetables


jxjsniuniu

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 343
Reply #1 on: Aug 2, 2018
Answer to Question 1

This is awesome you took your the time to answer these questions. You have been so helpful.

Answer to Question 2

4


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
« previous next »
 

Did you know?

Adolescents often feel clumsy during puberty because during this time of development, their hands and feet grow faster than their arms and legs do. The body is therefore out of proportion. One out of five adolescents actually experiences growing pains during this period.

Did you know?

Though “Krazy Glue” or “Super Glue” has the ability to seal small wounds, it is not recommended for this purpose since it contains many substances that should not enter the body through the skin, and may be harmful.

Did you know?

Disorders that may affect pharmacodynamics include genetic mutations, malnutrition, thyrotoxicosis, myasthenia gravis, Parkinson's disease, and certain forms of insulin-resistant diabetes mellitus.

Did you know?

If all the neurons in the human body were lined up, they would stretch more than 600 miles.

Did you know?

Although puberty usually occurs in the early teenage years, the world's youngest parents were two Chinese children who had their first baby when they were 8 and 9 years of age.

Vertebral compression Fractures of the spine (vertebra) can cause severe ”band-like” pain that radia Vertebral compression Fractures of the spine (vertebra) can cause severe ”band-like” pain that radia
A nurse prepares a client for anesthesia and surgery. A nurse prepares a client for anesthesia and surgery.
A physician is performing a colonoscopy on a client and viewing the internal structures of the colon A physician is performing a colonoscopy on a client and viewing the internal structures of the colon
Stand at the side facing the client. Apply L stroke to both sides of the neck with flat fingers ... Stand at the side facing the client. Apply L stroke to both sides of the neck with flat fingers ...
Sulfur dioxide is a toxic gas, has a distinct, pungent odor, and contributes to acid rain and ... Sulfur dioxide is a toxic gas, has a distinct, pungent odor, and contributes to acid rain and ...
Video: Sex-Linked Traits! How are eye colors inherited in fruit flies?

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library