Which Data Collected by the Nurse During the Assessment Process

question 7

Multiple Choice

Which data collected by the nurse during the assessment process places the older adult patient at risk for dehydration?

• A) Poor skin turgor
• B) Body mass index of 20.5
• C) Blood pressure of 140/98 mmHg
• D) Water intake of 2 glasses per day

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Definitions:

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