The family of an older adult client is concerned about the changes in the client's behavior.The client used to be a wonderful cook but now cannot even remember how to use a blender.For which causes of impaired cognitive function should the nurse assess the client? Select all that apply.
A) Obesity
B) Nutritional deficiencies
C) Medication reactions
D) Stroke
E) Snoring

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A) Any change or deviation from normal in an individual's cognitive function should be evaluated. Nutritional deficiencies, medication reactions, and stroke are conditions that can result in impaired cognitive ability. Snoring and obesity are not conditions noted to result in impaired cognitive functioning.
B) Any change or deviation from normal in an individual's cognitive function should be evaluated. Nutritional deficiencies, medication reactions, and stroke are conditions that can result in impaired cognitive ability. Snoring and obesity are not conditions noted to result in impaired cognitive functioning.
C) Any change or deviation from normal in an individual's cognitive function should be evaluated. Nutritional deficiencies, medication reactions, and stroke are conditions that can result in impaired cognitive ability. Snoring and obesity are not conditions noted to result in impaired cognitive functioning.
D) Any change or deviation from normal in an individual's cognitive function should be evaluated. Nutritional deficiencies, medication reactions, and stroke are conditions that can result in impaired cognitive ability. Snoring and obesity are not conditions noted to result in impaired cognitive functioning.
E) Any change or deviation from normal in an individual's cognitive function should be evaluated. Nutritional deficiencies, medication reactions, and stroke are conditions that can result in impaired cognitive ability. Snoring and obesity are not conditions noted to result in impaired cognitive functioning.

The Family of an Older Adult Client Is Concerned About