You Are Caring for an 89-Year-Old Woman Who Was Admitted

Multiple Choice

You are caring for an 89-year-old woman who was admitted to the hospital for weakness and a cough.In her assessment,the client describes that she has to go to the bathroom frequently and manages this by monitoring her fluid intake,especially before going to bed.She has no pain or discomfort with voiding.The nurse knows:

A) that this is normal for a woman her age.
B) that this is indicative of a urinary tract infection.
C) that this is a sign of diabetes.
D) that the patient is drinking too many fluids.