Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 64%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
An 86-year-old client reporting inability to concentrate, uneasiness, lightheadedness, weakness, muscle and joint discomfort, elevated pulse, elevated respirations, and normal temperatureWhich of the following statements would be accurate?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Older adults may have infections without fever due to a blunted fever response.