The majority of older persons live alone
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
False
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When providing comprehensive education about HIV transmission for an injection drug user (IDU), the most important information to include is:
a. How and where to acquire needles b. Proper needle usage and possible injection sites c. Spreading of the virus via homosexual activities d. Using bleach between needle uses
The nurse is assisting an older adult client with morning care. The client experienced a stroke 2 years ago and has right-sided weakness. The nurse should expect the client to require assistance with which of the following tasks? (Select all that apply.)
1. Combing her hair 2. Holding her toothbrush 3. Wringing out the washcloth 4. Rinsing with mouthwash 5. Removing her wristwatch 6. Wiping her face and neck
The most common cause of toxic myopathy is:
a. infection. b. a tumor. c. alcoholism. d. osteoporosis.
In evaluating the patient's hyponatremia, the nurse understands the problem is
a. increased cortisol release. c. increased glucocorticoid release. b. decreased aldosterone release. d. decreased glucagon release.