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A Patient, Age 78, Has Been Admitted to the Hospital

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A patient, age 78, has been admitted to the hospital with dehydration and electrolyte imbalance. She is confused and incontinent of urine on admission. Which nursing intervention does the nurse include in developing a plan of care?


A) Restrict fluids after the evening meal
B) Insert an indwelling catheter
C) Assist the patient to the bathroom every 2 hours
D) Apply absorbent incontinence pads

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