The nurse is giving an educational program about HIV to a group of seniors living in a retirement community in Florida. Many of the attendees are widows and widowers.
Which of the following information is appropriate for the nurse to include in her discussion? a. Persons over 50 comprise approximately 10% of HIV cases.
b. There is an increase in heterosexual transmission of HIV in older
adults.
c. African American and Hispanic women report higher levels of risk taking behaviors.
d. all of the above
D
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The nurse suddenly notes there is a sharp rise in the BP to 250 mm Hg. This high BP lasts about 5 minutes, and then the BP drops sharply again. The pathophysiologic principle behind this is likely due to the A) activation of the autonomic nervous system. B) release of mineralocorticoids. C) CNS ischemic response. D) protective homeostatic mechanism.
Tympanic thermometers measure body temperature when a probe is placed:
a. anterior to the ear. b. posterior to the ear. c. under the ear. d. in the auditory canal.
The nurse is caring for an older adult client who complains that she has to take multiple medications at various times throughout the day. What is the most appropriate nursing intervention for the nurse to implement with this client?
a. Encourage family members or friends to monitor drug regimen. b. Explain the purpose, drug action, and importance of medication. c. Develop a chart indicating times to take drugs. d. Provide time for questions; reinforce with written information.
A client arrives on the unit, diagnosed with norovirus infection from eating shellfish. The client has been vomiting repeatedly and is now severely dehydrated. Which interventions are likely to be performed for this client? (Select all that apply.)
A) Starting an intravenous line for fluid and electrolyte replacement B) Encouraging the client and the client's family to practice good handwashing C) Immediate disinfecting all potentially contaminated objects and surfaces D) Isolating the client until 12 hours after the client has been symptom free E) Administering a vaccination