A nurse is caring for older adult patients with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). What are these patients more likely to develop?
a. Dementia, non-Alzheimer type
b. Alzheimer dementia
c. Parkinson disease
d. Psychotic disorders
B
Approximately 40% of people with MCI develop Alzheimer dementia within 3 years.
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A nurse caring for victims of violence plans care based on an understanding that after the initial impact, most victims begin to react emotionally to effects of the traum
a. This second stage of recovery is known as: a. disorganization. b. reorganization. c. retribution. d. recoil.
The elderly patient is instructed to store his hearing aid in a(n):
a. cold place. b. container that keeps out moisture. c. easy to reach place. d. a cup of water.
A client is diagnosed with angina after describing the type of pain she experiences. Which of the following are characteristics of anginal pain? (Select all that apply.)
1. Pressure 2. Heavy 3. Squeezing 4. Stabbing 5. Sharp 6. Demonstrates a clenched fist over the sternum