After instructing the geriatric patient regarding his/her medications, you should have the patient repeat it
back to you to be sure they understood the instructions.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
TRUE
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A man had managed not to drink for over two years, but today, when he was told his position was being eliminated, he drank himself into a stupor. Which of the following approaches should the nurse take with this client?
a. Admit the man is an alcoholic and always will be b. Consider the relapse a learning opportunity and discuss options for coping with problems c. Have him arrested for disorderly conduct in the hope that jail will get his attention and scare him into avoiding future use d. Suggest inpatient treatment, where he will not be able to access alcohol
Which of the following would be the best way to determine the health of a community?
a. Ask a firefighter which neighborhoods have the fewest fires. b. Ask a realtor which neighborhoods have the most expensive houses. c. Ask people living in the neighborhood if they are happy with where they live. d. Ask the police department which neighborhoods have the lowest crime rates.
Which action should the nurse take prior to administering the preoperative doses of Demerol and atropine?
a. Ensure that a family member is present. b. Remove the patient's underwear. c. Verify that a consent form is signed. d. Raise each of the bed rails.
The nurse is reviewing a client's medications and notes that the client is taking warfarin sodium. Which of the client's following lifestyle habits would concern the nurse? Select all that apply.
a. Kale shakes and salads twice per day b. Playing on a local rugby team c. Grapefruit juice every morning d. One glass of wine per week e. Availability of transportation to and from appointments once every two weeks