Description should include
- client’s physical and neurological status
- current lab results
- plan for and maintenance of adequate nutrition.
Process/Skill Questions:
- How can the geriatric client be assessed for signs of dehydration?
- What lab tests indicate dehydration or malnutrition?
- What factors may cause dehydration or malnutrition in the geriatric client?
- How are caloric needs be calculated, taking into consideration activity level and disease process?
- How does one assess for aspiration?