Older adults with serious mental illness may be experiencing the complications of long-term
1. neglect.
2. drug abuse.
3. social isolation.
4. antipsychotic medication use.
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Long-term antipsychotic medication use results in side effects such as movement disorders and cognitive deficits.
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The most detrimental illness or condition that an older adult with prelingual deafness can experience is which of the following?
a. Aphasia b. Cataracts c. Glaucoma d. Osteoarthritis
The client with megaloblastic anemia asks the nurse what causes this disorder. The nurse's best response is:
a. "Megaloblastic anemia results from inadequate iron and niacin in your diet." b. "Megaloblastic anemia results from inadequate stores of vitamin K and vitamin C in the body." c. "Megaloblastic anemia results from vitamin B12 or folic acid deficiency or both." d. "We really don't know the cause, but it probably is related to your smoking."
To use a fire extinguisher, you must first:
a. Pull the safety pin b. Direct the hose at the fire c. Push down on the top handle d. Sound the nearest fire alarm
A 63-year-old client has completed his time at the detoxification center and is ready for discharge. Which of the following agencies would be the best referral for him?
A) Adult Day Care B) Rehabilitation Center for Drug Dependency C) Subacute Rehabilitation Center D) Assisted Living Center