A 72-year-old male with a history of hypertension, diabetes,…
A 72-year-old male with a history of hypertension, diabetes, and glaucoma presents to the clinic for his annual physical. During the assessment, he mentions a recent, unexplained weight loss and increased fatigue over the past month. As his nurse, what is the most appropriate type of assessment to perform?
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A 70-year-old female is admitted with confusion and weakness. She has a history of hypothyroidism and dementia. The certified nursing assistant (CNA) reports her oral temperature as 35.8°C. The patient is breathing through her mouth and has difficulty following commands.What is the nurse’s best first action regarding temperature assessment?
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