The nurse is caring for an older adult client who has a hemoglobin of 9.6 g/dL and a hematocrit of 34%. To determine where the blood loss is coming from, what intervention can the nurse provide?
a) Observe stools for blood.
b) Observe the sputum for signs of blood.
c) Observe the gums for bleeding after the client brushes teeth.
d) Observe client for facial droop.
Answer: Observe stools for blood.