The present challenge with the older adult is how to
a. prolong life c. reverse the aging process
b. improve the quality of life d. increase the number of nursing homes
B
One of the greatest fears associated with advancing age is poor health. Everyone wants to live a long life as long as it is a healthy life, but the reality is that the elderly have more health problems than the general population. A healthy life is a good quality life.
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A nurse is caring for a patient who is postoperative from a neck dissection. What would be the most appropriate nursing action to enhance the patient's appetite?
A) Encourage the family to bring in the patient's favored foods. B) Limit visitors at mealtimes so that the patient is not distracted. C) Avoid offering food unless the patient initiates. D) Provide thorough oral care immediately after the patient eats.
The family of a dying client being cared for at home is requesting information on how best to prepare food. Which suggestion by the nurse may stimulate appetite?
A) Eating alone so the client can eat at his own pace and not be hurried B) Providing several choices on the plate so that the client has what may appeal to him C) Offering high caloric foods to build fat and muscle D) Preparing cool or cold foods that may be better tolerated
Multiply the following fractions: 2/7 x 1/4 x 4 =
1. 7/28 2. 2/7 3. 2/112 4. 16/32