After an Assessment the Nurse Is Concerned That an Older

question 2

Multiple Choice

After an assessment the nurse is concerned that an older patient is at risk for pressure ulcer development because of the current nutritional status. What nutritional factors did the nurse assess in the patient? Select all that apply.

• A) Diagnosis of dehydration
• B) Hemoglobin level 9 mg/dL
• C) Treatment for chronic renal failure
• D) Serum albumin level below normal
• E) Loss of 20 pounds over the last 3 months

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