Aging changes in the skin include
A) enhanced circulation and elasticity.
B) increased oil production.
C) improved thermoregulation.
D) increased dryness and thinning.
D
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A client is prescribed memantine for the treatment of dementia of Alzheimer's disease. The nurse should assess the client for which of the following as a possible adverse reaction?
A) Confusion B) Dyspepsia C) Muscle cramps D) Vomiting
The patient asks the nurse, "My doctor said I need cardioversion for my dysrhythmia. Why can't I just take medication?" What is the nurse's best response?
1. "Antidysrhythmic medications have many side effects; cardioversion is considered safer." 2. "Special diets are necessary with antidysrhythmic medications and they are hard to follow." 3. "Antidysrhythmic medications don't really work very well for most dysrhythmias." 4. "There is a high risk of seizures when you take antidysrhythmic medications."
What is the action of bactericidal drugs?
1. They disrupt normal cell function. 2. They will slow the growth of the bacteria. 3. They have a high potency. 4. They will kill the bacteria.
The patient has been diagnosed with diabetes. When admitted, the patient is unkempt and is in need of a bath and foot care. When questioned about hygiene habits, the nurse learns the patient takes a bath once a week and a sponge bath every other day
To provide ultimate care for this patient, which principle should the nurse keep in mind? a. Patients who appear unkempt place little importance on hygiene practices. b. Personal preferences determine hygiene practices and are unchangeable. c. The patient's illness may require teaching of new hygiene practices. d. All cultures value cleanliness with the same degree of importance.