A nursing instructor is preparing for a class discussion on polypharmacy and older adults. Which of the following would the instructor expect to include?
A) The risk for drug abuse, although present, is fairly rare in this population.
B) Older adults often experience a greater risk for adverse reactions.
C) Medications are usually prescribed in higher doses initially and then gradually reduced.
D) Age-related pharmacokinetic changes enhance the drug's therapeutic effectiveness.
B
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The nurse recognizes that the parents of children with genetic and chromosomal disorders would benefit most from this referral. Therefore, the nurse refers the parents of the: (Select all that apply.) 1. Child diagnosed at age 6 with cystic fibrosis. 2. Neonate born at 28 weeks with respiratory distress syndrome. 3. 2-year-old child who is terminally ill with a brain tumor. 4. Child with Fanconi's syndrome being treated for anemia. 5. 4-year-old child with nephrotic syndrome.
A nurse is performing an admission assessment on a patient with suspected tuberculosis. What assessment findings by the nurse are consistent with tuberculosis?
a. Hemoptysis b. Weight gain c. Night terrors d. Hypothermia
Which of these nursing actions is most likely to be effective in reconciling the costs of care with the need for quality care?
A) Ensuring that older adults who are hospitalized are discharged as early as possible. B) Maximizing the role of unlicensed caregivers within their scope of practice. C) Standardizing nursing care plans for hospital and care facility clients. D) Enlisting the help of family, friends, and neighbors in the care of older adults.
The nursing assistive personnel offers to review the hospital "home medication" form with
Mrs. M to review prior medications taken at home. True or False: This is an appropriate delegation of tasks. Explain your answer. What will be an ideal response?