A nurse is caring for an older adult client who lives alone. Which economic situation presents the most serious problem for this client?
A. Stock market fluctuations
B. Increased provider benefits
C. Social Security as the basis of income
D. Costs associated with setting up a living will
C
Older adults on fixed incomes are unable to adjust their income to meet rising costs.
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A) Topical corticosteroid B) Intralesional corticosteroid C) Biopsy D) Chemotherapy
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a. Alendronate (Fosamax) b. Raloxifene (Evista) c. Ibandronate (Boniva) d. Denosumab (Prolia)
A fracture is:
a. A broken bone b. A broken joint c. A broken hip d. A cast or traction