A 70-year-old woman who was recently widowed expresses a desire to go back to school and finish the degree she started before her children were born. What response is most appropriate?
a. "Why would you want to stress yourself at your age?"
b. "That may not be possible. As you age, your ability to learn decreases."
c. "Going back to school will keep you engaged and active."
d. "Let's do a cognitive function test to see if you are eligible."
C
It is important for older adults to stay active and engaged. Encouraging the woman in her pursuit is an appropriate response. The other options may all discourage the client from remaining engaged in society.
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a. "I will not take this drug with food or milk." b. "If I think I am pregnant, I will stop the drug." c. "An orange color in my urine should not alarm me." d. "I will drink two glasses of cranberry juice daily."
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Which statement most accurately describes the relationship between the hydrogen ion concentration and carbon dioxide concentration in extracellular fluids?
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A teen says to the school nurse, "Huffing is harmless. There are no reasons not to sniff inhalants." The nurse can reply knowing that (select all that apply):
a. Such behavior can result in irreversible hearing impairment. b. There has been minimal research done on the effects in teens. c. Long-term use can result in poor short- and long-term memory. d. Irreversible kidney damage is often observed with even casual use. e. Research indicates both central nervous system and bone marrow damage.