An elderly patient does not complain of thirst. Which information would the nurse evaluate to determine if the patient is dehydrated?

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Urine osmolality is a measure of urine concentration and can indicate dehydration. If urine osmolality is high, it suggests that the kidneys are conserving water due to dehydration. Magnesium levels, chest X-rays, and brain scans are not typically used to evaluate hydration status.

An Elderly Patient Does Not Complain of Thirst