There is a study being conducted of adults over the age of 65 to investigate the effect of caregiver education on calming communication techniques in comparison to sedative
medications on the agitation level of clients experiencing stage 2 dementia. In this study, the clients' level of agitation would be the measured
a. intervention.
b. association.
c. variable.
d. outcome
d. outcome.
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The nurse is collecting data for a patient who has Ménière's disease. Which of these findings should the nurse expect?
a. Nystagmus, nausea, and edema b. Blurred vision, vomiting, and arthralgia c. Syncope, headache, and diplopia d. Hearing loss, vertigo, and tinnitus
The nurse is preparing to conduct a health history with an older client. Which action should the nurse take to ensure the accuracy and efficiency of the client's health history?
1. Scheduling one-half hour for the medical history interview. 2. Requesting the client use the bathroom before starting the interview. 3. Ensuring the client has their identification and insurance card with them upon arrival. 4. Conducting the history in an environment with comfortable seating and proper lighting.
The nurse is assessing an infant brought to the clinic because of diarrhea. The infant is alert, but has dry mucous membranes. Which other sign indicates that the infant still is in the early or mild stage of dehydration?
1. Tachycardia 2. Bradycardia 3. Increased blood pressure 4. Decreased blood pressure
An older client prescribed a transdermal morphine patch for severe chronic pain is being educated on the appropriate administration of the medication. The nurse shows an understanding of essential information regarding this route of drug administration wh
a. "Aging increases the risk of having an allergic reaction to medication deliv-ered by patch." b. "Since you have problems with digestion, this is a good way to take your medication." c. "Please show me how you would apply your patch." d. "Be careful to put the patch only on your chest but change locations with each application." e. "Be sure to avoid placing the patch on injured skin."