A client's family member asks a nurse what is the significance of being a certified nurse. He has noticed that some of the nurses caring for the client in a long-term care facility are certified gerontological nurses and others are registered nurses
Certification in gerontological nursing means that
A) the nurse must have a master's degree in nursing.
B) the nurse works in administration at the nursing home.
C) the nurse has completed a process of formal validation of clinical competence in gerontological nursing.
D) the nurse has worked full time at least 2 years in gerontological nursing.
C
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A client weighs 200 lbs and his Desired Body Weight (DBW) is 190 lbs. How should the nurse counsel this client about his weight?
a. He has mild obesity and needs to increase exercise and assess his diet for nutrients and calories. b. He has moderate obesity and needs to consult a health care provider about weight loss therapy. c. He is within normal limits and need not be concerned at this time. d. Further data are needed before an interpretation can be determined.