Asked by
Destiny Rodriguez
on Oct 29, 2024Verified
The nurse identifies the diagnosis Risk for Frail Elderly Syndrome for an older client.What did the nurse assess to make this clinical determination?
A) Walks with a cane
B) Babysits grandchildren
C) Best friend passed away
D) Tends a vegetable garden
Frail Elderly Syndrome
A condition characterized by decreased physical and cognitive reserves in the elderly, leading to increased vulnerability to health complications.
Walks With Cane
The use of a cane as a support tool for ambulation, typically to improve balance and redistribute weight from a weak or injured leg.
Vegetable Garden
An area of land used for growing various vegetables for consumption, often part of a residential property or community space.
- Understand risk factors and signs of common health issues in older adults.
Verified Answer
AA
Learning Objectives
- Understand risk factors and signs of common health issues in older adults.