When educating an older adult about Medicare Part D which information will be in-cluded? Select all that apply
a. It is an elective prescription drug plan with associated out-of-pocket premiums
All persons with either Medicare Part A or B can voluntarily purchase a Med-icare Part D prescription drug plan.
c. The plan covers all costs of drugs after a deductible is paid.
d. The plan is not voluntary for individuals who are receive both Medicaid and Medicare.
e. This prescription drug plan requires client co-payments.
ANS: A, B, D, E
An individual with Medicare Part D prescription drug coverage pays a deductible and co-payments. The other options represent accurate information regarding Medicare Part D.
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1. physicians. 2. other units in the facility. 3. the owners. 4. administration.
Following a nephrectomy, which assessment finding is most important in determining nursing care for the client?
A) Urine output of 35 to 40 mL/hour B) Pain of 3 out of 10, 1 hour after analgesic administration C) SpO2 at 90% with fine crackles in the lung bases D) Blood tinged drainage in Jackson-Pratt drainage tube
A client with a history of repeated suicide attempts tells the nurse that he will accept a no-suicide contract. Which of the following does this behavior indicate to the nurse?
1. The client will not attempt to commit suicide again. 2. The client is tired of failing at suicide attempts. 3. The client and nurse have a strong therapeutic relationship. 4. The client is attempting to avoid detection of other suicide attempts.
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