Mr. Jones is an 80-year-old client admitted to the hospital for vomiting, diarrhea, and fever. The client’s blood pressure is low and he appears confused.

Directions: Dehydration

Write 3 page

Mr. Jones is an 80-year-old client admitted to the hospital for vomiting, diarrhea, and fever. The client’s blood pressure is low and he appears confused. The care team suspects dehydration. Referring to this scenario, address the following in your initial post:

· Identify factors in the scenario that are likely contributing the client’s dehydration.

· Describe additional causes or risk factors for dehydration.

· Identify signs and symptoms of dehydration that the client is displaying in the scenario.

· Describe additional signs and symptoms of dehydration and how you would monitor for them.

· Standard American English (correct grammar, punctuation, etc.)

· Professional organization, style, and mechanics in APA format

· APA format and in-text citation

· 3 References – must contain at least 3 professional references, published within the past 5 years