Which factor impacts on the chronic illness trajectory that causes some older adults with chronic conditions to remain active and independent, whereas others decline into frailty and dependence?
A) Cognitive impairment condition has less effect on an older client's function than does osteoarthritis.
B) Older clients with health insurance and financial resources can better manage chronic conditions while maintaining functional ability.
C) Older clients cannot control or halt disabling effects and progression of symptoms.
D) Access to healthcare and social support has a negative impact on health outcomes.
B
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A) Fever B) Vaginal itching C) Urinary frequency D) Incontinence
The patient delivered her first child vaginally 7 hours ago. She has not voided since delivery. She has an IV of lactated Ringer's solution running at 100 ml/hr. Her fundus is firm, 1 FB U, to the right of midline
The best nursing action is to: 1. Massage the fundus vigorously. 2. Assess the patient's pain level. 3. Increase the rate of the IV. 4. Assist the patient to the bathroom.
A recently hired community/public health nurse is learning about the responsibilities of the local health department during orientation. Which of the following responsibilities would be discussed?
a. Meeting the demands of the local citizens b. Implementing programs as directed by the state health commissioner c. Addressing needs that have been delegated by state health agencies d. Assuring that services are provided to meet the needs of vulnerable populations
A drug that is selective should theoretically:
1. be devoid of side effects. 2. be administered safely in high doses. 3. be easy to administer. 4. not interact with other drugs.