Which of the Following Accurately Describes Concerns About Water Intake

question 78

Multiple Choice

Which of the following accurately describes concerns about water intake in elderly people? 

• A) They may not feel thirsty or recognize dryness of the mouth. 
• B) They have an increased total body water content compared with younger adults. 
• C) They urinate more frequently, so require greater hydration. 
• D) They tend toward overhydration, which results in mental lapses and disorientation. 
• E) They develop pressure ulcers and urinary tract infections due to abundant intake of foods with high-water content.

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Definitions:

Want

A desire for goods or services that are not necessary for basic survival but are perceived as desirable.

Utility

In economics, refers to the total satisfaction received from consuming a good or service.

Satisfaction

The fulfillment or gratification of a desire, need, or appetite.

Green Beans

Edible green pods from certain cultivars of the common bean, often consumed cooked as a vegetable.