A physically or mentally impaired older female who is living with a relative and has a history of unexplained bruises or injuries, burns in unusual places, or poor personal hygiene is likely a victim of
1. neglect.
2. child abuse.
3. elder abuse.
4. adolescent abuse.
3
Characteristics of elder abuse
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A) Wash hands with alcohol-based hand wash after the procedure. B) Wear a clean pair of latex or latex-free gloves. C) Use sterilizing acid to clean the injury. D) Use sterile solutions such as normal saline.
The nurse collecting data related to the client's risk factors associated with osteoporosis would include which of the following? Select all that apply
1. Thin body build 2. Smoking history 3. Postmenopausal age 4. Chronic corticosteroid use 5. Family history of osteoporosis 6. High intake of dairy products
The nurse is caring for a patient with elevated serum T3 and T4 levels who receives a new prescription for methimazole (Tapazole). Which patient statement indicates that additional teaching is needed about this medication?
A. "I may take a beta-blocker along with this medication." B. "This medication will increase my metabolism." C. "It may take several weeks for this medication to take effect." D. "I must contact my physician if I plan to become pregnant."
According to Maslow, after physical needs are met, ____________________ and sociological needs must be satisfied.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).