The nurse is assessing an older adult patient for depression. Which is a typical clinical manifestation of depression in older adult patients?
1) Loss of motivation
2) Joint pain
3) Fatigue
4) Memory changes
ANS: 1
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The nurse points out the age-related changes that occur in the musculoskeletal system, which are: (Select all that apply.)
a. increase of bone density. b. bones are brittle and break easily. c. bones heal slowly. d. decrease in muscle mass. e. tendon sclerosis.
Which skin reaction to the use of tazarotene for psoriasis treatment is likely to be evident after 12 weeks of use?
1. Blistering and peeling 2. A significant reduction in lesions 3. Exfoliation and ulceration 4. None; the treatment takes 6 months to change the appearance of the skin
The cardiac electrical impulse normally begins spontaneously in the sinoatrial (SA) node because of what reason?
a. It has a superior location in the right atrium. b. It is the only area of the heart capable of spontaneous depolarization. c. It has rich sympathetic innervation via the vagus nerve. d. It depolarizes more rapidly than other automatic cells of the heart.
Expected outcomes for patients who are being taught how to use a thermometer include which of the following? (Select all that apply.)
a. Ability to correctly measure temperature b. Ability to properly clean and store the thermometer c. Knowledge of normal temperature ranges d. Knowledge of signs and symptoms of fever