____________________ is a condition in which the pressure is increased within the eye.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Glaucoma
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A) Poor communication between the family and the care team B) Denial of imminent death on the part of the family or the patient C) Limited visitation opportunities for friends and family D) Conflict between family members
Which increases the risk for chronic dehydration in older adults?
a. Overuse of diuretic agents c. Dry mucous mem-branes b. Poor cognitive function d. Fluid loss from vomiting
Review the charting sample and determine which documentation error occurred
1000: Hygienic care given 1100: Complaint of leg pain 1300: Appetite good, resting comfortably a. Recording on the wrong chart b. Failure to document an intervention c. Failure to document a discontinued medication d. Failure to record outcome of an intervention
A client with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease requires low flow oxygen. How will the oxygen be administered?
A) Nasal cannula B) Simple oxygen mask C) Venturi mask D) Partial rebreather mask