The patient is 68 years old. This person would be classified as
a. middle-aged c. old old
b. young old d. oldest old
B
The older population as defined by the U.S. Census Bureau is persons 65 years and older with three subcategories of older adults: 65 to 74, 75 to 84, and 85 and over.
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After teaching a young adult client who is newly diagnosed with type 1 diabetes mellitus, the nurse assesses the client's understanding. Which statement made by the client indicates a correct understanding of the need for eye examinations?
a. "At my age, I should continue seeing the ophthalmologist as I usually do." b. "I will see the eye doctor when I have a vision problem and yearly after age 40." c. "My vision will change quickly. I should see the ophthalmologist twice a year." d. "Diabetes can cause blindness, so I should see the ophthalmologist yearly."
The nurse with strong critical thinking skills accepts information without question from what source?
1. Textbook 2. Physician 3. Nursing instructor 4. No one
A client who has cystic fibrosis has a nursing diagnosis of Delayed growth and development related to inability to digest nutrients. Which of these nursing interventions would be indicated?
a. calculating and maintaining required fluid intake b. ensuring high-caloric intake c. initiating aerosol therapy 1 hour before or after meals d. referring the family for genetic counseling
The nurse in the clinic is evaluating outcomes on care plans for a group of clients with sexual disorders
The nurse knows that because of the chronic nature of many sexual disorders, criteria for positive progress in the plan of care include a measure of what? A) Shamelessness B) Guiltlessness C) Self-control D) Self-worth