The Home Health Nurse Cares for an Alert and Oriented

question 22

Multiple Choice

The home health nurse cares for an alert and oriented older adult patient with a history of dehydration.Which instructions should the nurse give to this patient related to fluid intake?

• A) "Increase fluids if your mouth feels dry.
• B) "More fluids are needed if you feel thirsty."
• C) "Drink more fluids in the late evening hours."
• D) "If you feel lethargic or confused, you need more to drink."

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