An older adult client with no history of cognitive impairment is suddenly showing signs of increased confusion and possible delirium. Which health problem should the nurse suspect is causing this client's confusion?
A)Cataracts
B)Hypertension
C)Urinary tract infection
D)Lower back strain

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A)Delirium is often the most prominent manifestation of conditions such as dehydration, respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, and urinary retention, and adverse drug events may occur in the absence of symptoms such as fever or discomfort. Hypertension, lower back strain, and cataracts are not conditions that are known to cause signs of confusion in older adults.
B)Delirium is often the most prominent manifestation of conditions such as dehydration, respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, and urinary retention, and adverse drug events may occur in the absence of symptoms such as fever or discomfort. Hypertension, lower back strain, and cataracts are not conditions that are known to cause signs of confusion in older adults.
C)Delirium is often the most prominent manifestation of conditions such as dehydration, respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, and urinary retention, and adverse drug events may occur in the absence of symptoms such as fever or discomfort. Hypertension, lower back strain, and cataracts are not conditions that are known to cause signs of confusion in older adults.
D)Delirium is often the most prominent manifestation of conditions such as dehydration, respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, and urinary retention, and adverse drug events may occur in the absence of symptoms such as fever or discomfort. Hypertension, lower back strain, and cataracts are not conditions that are known to cause signs of confusion in older adults.

An Older Adult Client with No History of Cognitive Impairment