A nurse is assessing a client at risk for dehydration.Which statement by the client indicates that more education by the nurse is required?

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Older adults have less body water than younger adults.It is recommended that the older client drink at least six glasses of water each day to avoid dehydration.Caffeine and alcohol intake can stimulate more loss of fluid from the body,further increasing the risk for dehydration.The older client needs to continue to drink fluids throughout the day and should not limit fluids because of mobility problems,diuretic use,or incontinence.

A Nurse Is Assessing a Client at Risk for Dehydration