Asked by Jenny Owens on May 10, 2024
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When evaluating the temperature of older adults, the nurse should remember which aspect about an older adult's body temperature?
A) The body temperature of the older adult is lower than that of a younger adult.
B) An older adult's body temperature is approximately the same as that of a young child.
C) Body temperature depends on the type of thermometer used.
D) In the older adult, the body temperature varies widely because of less effective heat control mechanisms.
Thermometer
An instrument used to measure temperature, often used in medical settings to determine body temperature.
Heat Control
The process of maintaining an appropriate body temperature through physiological mechanisms.
- Understand the physiological variations in vital signs across different age groups and the implications for nursing care.
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samantha sanchezMay 11, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
In older adults, the body temperature is usually lower than in other age groups, with a mean temperature of 36.2 C.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the physiological variations in vital signs across different age groups and the implications for nursing care.