Components of the environmental assessment of an elderly patient include all of the following, EXCEPT:

A) assessing for the odor of urine or feces.
B) looking for rotted floors or faulty wiring.
C) ensuring that food is adequate and unspoiled.
D) inquiring about any delays in obtaining food.

Ans: D) inquiring about any delays in obtaining food.

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