A nurse is caring for an older adult client who is admitted with moderate dehydration.Which intervention should the nurse implement to prevent injury while in the hospital?

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An older adult with moderate dehydration may experience orthostatic hypotension.The client should dangle on the bedside before ambulating.Although dehydration in an older adult may cause confusion,speaking quietly will not help the client remain calm or decrease confusion.Assessing the client's urine may assist with the diagnosis of dehydration but would not prevent injury.Clients are encouraged to drink fluids,but 1 liter of fluid each shift for an older adult may cause respiratory distress and symptoms of fluid overload,especially if the client has heart failure or renal insufficiency.

A Nurse Is Caring for an Older Adult Client Who