The Nurse Obtains the Following Assessment Data on an Older

question 4

Multiple Choice

The nurse obtains the following assessment data on an older patient who has influenza. Which information will be most important for the nurse to communicate to the health care provider?

• A)Fever of 100.4° F (38° C)
• B)Diffuse crackles in the lungs
• C)Sore throat and frequent cough
• D)Myalgia and persistent headache

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