Physiological AdaptationQuestion 1473 of 2368

Which finding in an older adult is a classic sign of a urinary tract infection?

  1. A high fever
  2. A marked rise in white blood cell count
  3. New, acute confusion
  4. Bounding pulses
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Correct answer: New, acute confusion

Older adults may not have a fever or higher white blood cell count. New confusion is a classic sign.

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

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026