Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 67%
Simulated
A nurse is assessing an older adult client. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
The correct answer is A: Decreased sense of balance. As people age, changes in the vestibular system, vision, and muscle strength can lead to decreased balance. This can increase the risk of falls in older adults. Nighttime urinary incontinence (B) is more common in older adults due to changes in bladder function. Heightened sense of pain (C) may not be a typical finding in older adults unless there is an underlying health condition. Increased nighttime sleeping (D) is not necessarily an expected finding in older adults, as sleep patterns can vary.