The nurse cautions that often confused and irritable older adults are thought to have dementia when the real underlying problem is a blood-related:
a. deficiency of WBCs resulting in infection.
b. excess of WBCs resulting in joint pain.
c. deficiency in RBCs resulting in hypoxia.
d. massive RBC destruction resulting in hyperbilirubinemia.
C
Confusion and irritability caused by hypoxia is often mistaken for Alzheimer's dementia.
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One, however, has certification in critical care nursing. Which of the following is the most compelling and accurate reason for the hospital to hire the candidate with certification? A) The certified nurse will have more knowledge and expertise. B) The certified nurse will behave more ethically. C) The certified nurse will be more caring toward patients. D) The certified nurse will work more collaboratively with other nurses.
The nurse is obtaining the height and weight of an older adult client. The client asks why the height is 1 inch less than last year. Which response by the nurse is the most appropriate?
1. "Your bones are weaker and are shrinking." 2. "I am sure you are mistaken and just don't remember from last year." 3. "Your height decreases with age due to musculoskeletal changes." 4. "Stand up straighter this time and we will measure again."
Which urine test provides the most accurate measurement of renal function?
a. BUN b. Phosphates c. Specific gravity d. Creatinine
The nurse will include in the pre-surgical teaching of a patient scheduled for a subtotal thyroidectomy that the patient will have to:
1. lie flat on her back for 24 hours to prevent undue strain on the suture line. 2. be able to verbalize the signs and symptoms of thyroid crisis. 3. demonstrate how to deep breathe and support her head during position changes. 4. have a tube into her trachea to assist in breathing.