All of the following statements are true about laboratory values in older adults except
A. Reference ranges are preferable
B. Abnormal findings are often due to physiological aging
C. Normal ranges may not be applicable for older adults
D. Reference values are not necessarily acceptable values
B
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The dosage range between the minimum effectiveness and the level at which serious adverse effects are apt to occur is called ____________________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
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that the medication is always effective. Which is not an appropriate nursing intervention for this patient? a. Asking the patient to demonstrate use of the inhaler b. Assessing the patient's exposure to tobacco smoke c. Auscultating lung sounds and obtaining vital signs d. Suggesting that the patient use one puff to reduce side effects