Physiological AdaptationQuestion 239 of 2368

An 84-year-old client with a urinary tract infection may not have the typical symptoms. Which finding should the nurse watch for?

  1. Increased appetite
  2. Weight gain
  3. New constipation
  4. Increased confusion
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Correct answer: Increased confusion

Older adults with a UTI often do not have typical symptoms but may show an increased level of confusion.

Source: Nursing Fundamentals, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2024), Elimination: Urinary Tract Infection. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026