A nurse is training new staff at a senior's residential community about ways to help the residents age well. According to the nurse, the most important thing that volunteers and staff can do is
A. Assist them with their activities of daily living.
B. Provide ample time to rest and relax.
C. Keep them socially engaged and active.
D. Minimize stress and responsibilities.
ANS: C
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a. "My child should stay home from school for 6 days after the pox appear." b. "My child can return to school when the rash fades." c. "My child must stay away from other children until all of the lesions have healed." d. "My child is contagious as long as he has a fever."
The home care nurse is concerned that an older patient is at risk for a kitchen fire. What actions can the nurse recommend to reduce the risk of this occurring? (Select all that apply.)
A) Avoid placing electrical items near a water source B) Instruct the patient to stay in the kitchen while cooking C) Encourage the use of meal delivery services to reduce cooking D) Recommend the use of a timer to check the food on the stove E) Suggest a microwave be used to heat liquids and not the stove
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a. Is easily defined b. Is defined the same way by all organizations c. Continues to evolve d. Has been defined the same way for a century
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a. Provide a calm, quiet environment. b. Encourage frequent intake of fluids. c. Offer distraction such as television or music. d. Assist with ambulation at least three times a day.