Since the elderly do not always have a fever with an infection, the extended-care facility personnel should observe client for
A) Hypertension
B) Agitation
C) Tachycardia
D) Lethargy
Ans: B
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Select the nurse's next action. a. Document the confusion. Obtain other assessment data from the grandchild. b. Record the patient's answers to questions on the hospital assessment form. c. Ask a more experienced nurse to perform the assessment interview. d. Call for a mental health advocate to support the patient's rights.
The client has presented with complaints of mouth soreness. A review of the client's medical health history reveals gastric bypass surgery one year ago. During the assessment, the nurse notes the client's tongue is beefy, red, and smooth
Based upon your knowledge, what do you anticipate will be included in the diagnostic workup ordered for the client? 1. Vitamin B12 levels 2. Iron levels 3. Vitamin B6 levels 4. Potassium levels
The shock absorber of the vertebral disks in the spine is which of the following?
A. Nucleus pulposus B. Costal facet C. Vertebral bursae D. Nucleus fasciculi