A 78-Year-Old Who Has Been Admitted to the Hospital with Dehydration

question 2

Multiple Choice

A 78-year-old who has been admitted to the hospital with dehydration is confused and incontinent of urine. Which nursing action will be best to include in the plan of care?

• A) Apply absorbent incontinent pads.
• B) Restrict fluids after the evening meal.
• C) Insert an indwelling catheter until the symptoms have resolved.
• D) Assist the patient to the bathroom every 2 hours during the day.

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Definitions:

Money Demand Curve

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Interest Rate

The cost of borrowing money expressed as a percentage of the amount borrowed, paid to the lender.

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