The nurse is caring for an older adult patient hospitalized with cellulitis of the right lower extremity. Why is it imperative that the nurse continually assess the physical and emotional status of this patient?
a) Older patients are at risk of developing dementia.
b) The patient will not respond to the antibiotic treatment as well as a younger patient would.
c) Older adult patients develop depression and suicidal tendencies when they are faced with chronic illness.
d) Early recognition and management of factors influencing immune response may decrease morbidity and mortality.
Answer: C
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