Assessing Nutrition & Exercise in Aging Adults

N495 Health Assessment

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Assignment Description

Aging Adult Case Study

A 68-year-old client lives alone and is independent with all ADLs, has no restrictions for mobility, and is competent, and oriented x4. The client is on a fixed income, but has enough to manage a modest lifestyle. The client has family and social supports but is very independent and is proud of her self-reliance. The client’s height is 5’ 6”, weight is 210 lb. / 95.25 kg.

Please answer the following:

-What is the client’s BMI?

-Identify what screening tools you would use to assess nutritional and exercise knowledge, and why?

-Identify two client outcomes that are reasonable, measurable and realistic

-Identify 3 nursing interventions for each client outcome and give rationales

-Identify what weakness in the client’s life and supports may be impacting the client’s activity and diet?

-What referrals would you make and why?

-Identify your references in APA format. Use references not just opinion.

Assignment Expectations:

Length: 1500 to 1750 words in length

Structure: Include a title page and reference page in APA format. These do not count towards the minimum word count for this assignment. Your essay must include an introduction and a conclusion.

References:

Use appropriate APA style in-text citations and references for all resources utilized to answer the questions. A minimum of two (2) scholarly sources are required for this assignment.

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