An older patient is demonstrating signs of sadness and depression. Upon assessment, the patient expresses remorse over not accomplishing much in life and is not looking forward to eventual death
Which theories of aging would be applicable for the nurse to use to help this patient? Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. Endocrine theory
2. Programmed longevity
3. Somatic DNA damage theory
4. Jung's theory of individualism
5. Erikson's developmental theory
4,5
Rationale: The endocrine theory focuses on biological changes with aging. This patient is demonstrating psychosocial changes with aging.
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1. Alterations in urinary output. 2. Bleeding from the artery. 3. Nerve damage to the foot opposite the insertion site. 4. Appropriate bowel function.
The nurse is teaching a patient to self-administer subcutaneous heparin at home. What does the nurse include in patient teaching?
a. Use a 22-gauge, 1-inch needle for the he-parin injections. b. Change needles after withdrawing the he-parin from the vial. c. Instruct the patient and family to recap all needles used at home. d. Pinch a large area of skin and inject hepa-rin into the center of the skin fold.
According to the DSM-IV classification system, the diagnosis of Narcissistic Personality Disorder is listed on the axis known as ____________________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Between-meal nourishments are served:
a. 2 hours after main meals. b. When they arrive on the nursing unit c. When residents request a snack d. At bedtime