The nurse is concerned that an older client with a retention catheter is developing a urinary tract infection.What assessment finding caused this concern?
A)Elevated blood pressure
B)Elevated heart rate
C)Confusion
D)Leg pain

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Confusion is a common sign of a urinary tract infection in older adults, especially those with a retention catheter. Other signs can include fever, foul-smelling urine, and lower abdominal pain. Elevated blood pressure, elevated heart rate, and leg pain are not necessarily indicative of a UTI.

The Nurse Is Concerned That an Older Client with a Retention