The nurse is conducting a physical assessment for an older adult patient. The nurse notes that the patient has yellow, thickened nails. Which is the most likely cause for this finding?
A) This is an expected finding based on the patient's age.
B) This finding indicates liver dysfunction.
C) The finding indicates a fungal infection.
D) The finding indicates poor renal function.
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