The nurse anticipates that the normal aging process of losing neurons and shrinkage of brain size will result in which assessment findings in older adults? (Select all that apply.)
a. Confusion
b. Slower response times
c. Depression
d. Deficiencies in short-term memory
B, D
These are normal occurrences in aging. Confusion and depression are not considered normal responses to aging and should be investigated further.
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During assessment of a client's infection site, the nurse determines that the site is warm to the touch. How should the nurse explain this warmth to the client?
1. "Infection causes fluid overload in your body, so the infected site gets warm and red." 2. "Your lymphatic system has shut down to keep the infection from spreading, so the site gets warm and red." 3. "The little vessels around your infection are leaking, so the area gets warm and red." 4. "Your body is sending extra blood and white cells to the site to fight the infection."
Which causes are not part of the etiology of cancer?
1. Biological causes 2. Chemical causes 3. Structural causes 4. Physical causes
Transformational leaders are social architects because they
a. Create shared meanings for people within their organizations. b. Maintain social relationships with individuals throughout the organization. c. Develop social strategies and techniques. d. Are strong, affable examples for their followers.
The length of time insulin works is referred to as the
A. trough. B. onset. C. peak. D. duration.