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BocEastern Suffolk Boces Adult Education Center Geriatric exam pn111
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Showing 10 questions, Sign in for moreA nurse is providing end-of-life care to an older female client who practices Judaism. Which intervention would the nurse identify as potentially problematic for this client and her family?
A 78-year-old client has received a recent diagnosis of community-acquired pneumonia. Findings on a recent chest x-ray have prompted the health care provider to order a bronchoscopy and lung function tests. Which finding would lead the nurse to suspect a pathological process rather than a normal, age-related respiratory change?
An older adult client from a minority culture refuses to eat at the nursing home, stating, "I just do not like the food here." What factor should the staff assess for this problem?
During a busy shift, a registered nurse directed an unlicensed care provider to change a dressing and perform wound care on an older adult client's surgical incision. This action exists outside of the unlicensed care provider's scope of practice. Which concept would apply to this situation?
A 83-year-old client has entered a nursing home, where the client will reside until death. Until age 70, the client worked as a successful bank president and was an active community leader. When intervening with the client, the nurse would be especially alert for feelings related to which aspect of life?
A 67-year-old male client comes to the clinic for an evaluation. When obtaining the client's history, a report of which finding would the nurse identify as a common age-related issue?
A 76-year-old client with a diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease lives with an adult child. The child expresses struggling with the burden of providing for the client's increasing level of care. The nurse, who has been working with the client and family, has suggested adult day care as an option to be considered. When describing this setting, which information would the nurse include?
An 80-year-old client is living alone after his spouse of more than 50 years died recently. While visiting the client at home, the nurse finds that the client is eating well and maintaining his mobility but neglecting his personal hygiene. The nurse notes that the client's clothes are soiled and his body odor is strong. Which action would the nurse do first?
A nurse explains all medical options to older adult clients to ensure they have the information they need to make informed decisions about their care. The nurse implements these actions based on which concept?
An 85-year-old client has been admitted to the hospital with exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The family has expressed concern about their ability to pay for present and future care. Which guidance will the nurse provide?
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