An older adult client with no history of cognitive impairment is showing signs of increased confusion.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) A new disorder such as an infection can increase confusion in the older client. Hypertension, lower back strain, and cataracts are not conditions that are known to cause signs of confusion in older adults.
B) A new disorder such as an infection can increase confusion in the older client. Hypertension, lower back strain, and cataracts are not conditions that are known to cause signs of confusion in older adults.
C) A new disorder such as an infection can increase confusion in the older client. Hypertension, lower back strain, and cataracts are not conditions that are known to cause signs of confusion in older adults.
D) A new disorder such as an infection can increase confusion in the older client. 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