The Nurse Is Caring for an Older Adult Client on a Medical-Surgical

question 53

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for an older adult client on a medical-surgical unit. The client tells the nurse, "I don't get any sleep at night because I have to get up and use the bathroom every couple of hours!" When providing an explanation for the nocturia, which statement by the nurse is the most appropriate?

• A)"As you get older, there is a decrease in number of nephrons."
• B)"As you get older, there is a decrease in the blood supply to your bladder."
• C)"As you get older, you may have a decreased bladder capacity."
• D)"As you get older, there is a decrease in cardiac output, causing these symptoms."

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