An Older Patient Is Diagnosed with Cardiovascular Disease

question 22

Multiple Choice

An older patient is diagnosed with cardiovascular disease. The nurse is planning care for him; which factors can contribute to frailty? Select all that apply.

• A) Decreased sense of thirst
• B) Electrolyte imbalance
• C) Digestive abnormalities
• D) Inability to walk 10 feet
• E) Multiple prescribed medications

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