The client, an 80-year-old widow, complains of being unable to sleep through the night. The caregiver explains that
1. this is a normal change of aging.
2. this is an abnormal change of aging.
3. she should get out of bed when she cannot sleep.
4. she should take a sleeping pill 30 minutes before retiring.
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Changes in eating and sleeping patterns take place as one ages.
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Which of the following client goals is most appropriate for this situation? 1. The client will attend recreational and educational group activities on a daily basis. 2. The client will obtain food, clothing, and transportation services. 3. The client will obtain a sponsor and attend weekly AA meetings. 4. The client will identify career goals and develop a resume of job experiences.
When compared with benzodiazepines, buspirone (BuSpar) stands out as unique among antianxiety drugs because of what factor?
A) Increases the central nervous system (CNS) depression of alcohol and other drugs. B) Lacks muscle relaxant and anticonvulsant effects. C) Causes significant physical and psychological dependence. D) Rapidly absorbed from the gastrointestinal (GI) tract and metabolized in the liver.
A client with myocardial ischemia is having frequent PVCs. What medications should the nurse be prepared to administer?
A. Lanoxin B. Lidocaine C. Dobutamine D. Atropine sulfate
The nurse is providing nail and foot care to an elderly client in a nursing home. Which of the following is a nursing consideration when performing this procedure for older adults?
A) The fingernails of the elderly grow faster than those of younger persons. B) The toenails often become thin and brittle. C) Nails should be cut in a rounded (semicircular) shape. D) Corns and calluses should be soaked in water but never cut.