What is the most frequent reason for an elderly person to be hospitalized?

a. Auto accidents
b. Back pain
c. Falls
d. Heart attack


ANS: C

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A newly hired nurse on a medical–surgical unit is caring for a client with a cardiac condition. As the nurse is conducting the psychosocial portion of the assessment, the client states, "I'm here for my heart problem, not a mental health problem

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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Older adults at the community center are having a discussion on health issues that is being led by a nurse volunteer. One of the participants asks the nurse what to do about not being able to sleep well at night. The nurse informs the participants that sleep in the evening may be enhanced by:

A) drinking an alcoholic beverage before bedtime B) using an over the counter sleeping agent C) wearing loose, comfortable clothing D) eating a large meal before bedtime

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