Long-term care facilities provide services to individuals with stable chronic illnesses
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
True
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Part of the job responsibility of a nurse who works for a team of physicians is to provide documentation about elderly patients who may need nursing home care. Which of the following patients meets the criteria for being classified as frail?
A) Mrs. A is inactive, walks slowly, and has many colds. B) Mrs. B has many colds, tires easily, and has lost 15 pounds in the past year. C) Mr. C has lost 20 pounds in the past year, cannot grip utensils, and is inactive. D) Mr. D has lost 20 pounds in the past year, is inactive, and has many colds.
For the RN to practice ethical decision making, it is most important for him or her to:
a. Base decision making on whether an action is right or wrong. b. Base decision making on possible consequences. c. Accurately assess a situation. d. Seek the assistance of an ethics committee.
The desired effect of an antidepressant drug will usually occur within:
1. 48 to 72 hours. 2. 35 days. 3. 1 to 4 weeks. 4. 48 weeks.
Common complications of severe malnutrition include which of the following? (Select all that apply.)
A. Cachexia B. Lethargy C. Intolerance to cold D. Edema E. Poor wound healing F. Dry skinG. Steatorrhea