Care providers of the elderly should assess clients for changes in social, emotional, behavioral, and physical functioning and
1. ignore them.
2. intervene early.
3. keep the client active.
4. share them with family members.
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Many older adult problems can be prevented or minimized if discovered early.
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1. inject the ordered amount of heparin into the fistula. 2. apply warm compresses and lower the arm below heart level. 3. send the patient to dialysis for remedy. 4. report to the charge nurse that the fistula is occluded.
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1. hyperthermia, hypothermia 2. hypotension, hypothermia 3. hypothermia, hyperthermia 4. hypotension, hyperthermia
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