Which neurologic finding would be considered abnormal in an 88-year-old patient?
a. Slow papillary response to light
b. Jerky eye movements
c. Dizziness and problems with balance
d. Absence of the Achilles tendon jerk
C
Dizziness and vertigo, although common, are considered abnormal.
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The nurse is concerned about being sued for negligence when providing care. Which nursing actions may be grounds for negligence? Select all that apply
A) Client fell getting out of bed because the call light was not used. B) Client name band was checked prior to providing all medications. C) Client's morning medications were administered in the early afternoon. D) Client states not understanding activity restrictions and wound eviscerated. E) Client documentation did not include appearance of infiltrated IV site.
Round off 3.5243 to the tenths place
1. 3.6 2. 3.4 3. 3.5 4. 3.52
The Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs) are a set of standards that include reference values that are based on what?
A) The concepts of dietary-related chronic diseases B) The concepts of preventing nutritional deficiencies C) The concepts of balance and need D) The concepts of probability and risk
Drug abuse can be defined as:
A) Excessive use of a drug that is not consistent with usual medical practice B) A physical dependence C) A psychological dependence D) A compulsion to take the drug