Multiple Choice
A recently widowed 80-year-old male is dehydrated and is admitted to the hospital for intravenous fluid replacement.During the evening shift,the patient becomes acutely confused.The nurse's best action is to assess the patient for which of the following reversible causes? (Select all that apply. )
A) Electrolyte imbalance.
B) Hypoglycemia.
C) Drug effects.
D) Dementia.
E) Cerebral anoxia.
Correct Answer:
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Correct Answer:
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