The Nurse Recognizes Which of the Following Clients Is at the Greatest

question 23

Multiple Choice

The nurse recognizes which of the following clients is at the greatest risk for dehydration?

• A) A 35-year-old client diagnosed with Crohn's disease
• B) A 15-year-old client who is following a low-carbohydrate diet
• C) A 2-year-old client diagnosed with an allergy to milk proteins
• D) A 79-year-old client who has been diagnosed with advanced Alzheimer's disease

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