The nurse is aware that the older adult is at risk for drug-induced delirium. Which age-related change contributes to this risk?
a. Slower bowel motility
b. Reduced fluid intake
c. Overall reduced metabolism
d. Sedentary lifestyle
C
Slower renal and liver clearance of drugs allows the drugs to accumulate in the system of the older adult.
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The nurse suspects a client is unwilling to demonstrate self-sufficiency or independence in the therapeutic relationship when the client says, "You are the only person I can talk to or trust
Let's go out to dinner tonight so we can spend more time together." Which one of the following nurse responses is most appropriate in this situation? 1. "I sense we are beginning to make real progress; I think that's a great idea." 2. "Maybe some other time, but right now I'm involved in a significant relationship and don't feel right about meeting you for dinner." 3. "I sense you've become too dependent on this relationship; let's examine your feelings toward me." 4. "You've become too dependent on me, so I will have to terminate our relationship."
In which situation is liothyronine preferred over levothyroxine?
a. When a thyrotoxic crisis occurs b. When cost is a concern c. When a long duration of action is warranted d. When long-term use is anticipated
Ordered: Nitroglycerin 10 mcg/min IV. On hand: Nitroglycerin 25 mg in 250 mL D5W. The hourly flow
rate for this order is: A. 1 mg/h B. 10 mg/h C. 0.6 mg/h D. 6 mL/h
The client has arrived for a scheduled dose of chemotherapy, complaining of nausea. The nurse suggests several strategies to the client. Which of the following is one of those suggestions?
A) Eat foods served cold. B) Avoid eating 3 to 4 hours before chemotherapy. C) Eat low carbohydrates. D) Eat three meals a day.