Which of the following statements is a myth associated with aging?
a. The majority of older adults live above the poverty level.
b. Most older adults live either in a family set-ting or within 30 minutes of a child.
c. Senility is an expected result of aging.
d. Older adults are sexually active.
C
Dementia is a result of disease and can affect adults of all ages. Dementia and senility are not a natural consequence of aging. Long-term memory can actually improve as people get older.
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A 78-year-old woman slipped and fell on an ice-covered sidewalk. The nurse would be most concerned that the patient has an unstable pelvic fracture if which assessment finding is present?
1. The patient fell directly on her coccyx. 2. The patient was incontinent of urine at the time of the fall. 3. The patient has bruising across her labia. 4. The patient complains of sharp pain just above her waist on the right side.
The nurse is aware that the informed consent form for a 16-year-old who is going to have a surgical procedure should be signed by the ___________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
The pediatric nurse is working as a first responder within the community after a tornado. Which nursing actions are appropriate? Select all that apply
1. Providing first aid to the walking wounded 2. Assessing for panic reactions 3. Allowing a child to leave the scene unaccompanied by an adult 4. Administering immunizations 5. Discussing the situation with the local media
The nurse explains to the client that the obstetric conjugate measurement is important because:
1. The size of this diameter determines whether the fetus can move down into the birth canal so that engagement can occur. 2. This measurement determines the shape of the inlet. 3. The fetus passes under it during birth. 4. This determines the tilt of the pelvis.