A(n) ________ allows patients to request that life-sustaining treatments and nutritional support NOT be used to prolong their life
a. doctor's order
b. spousal consent
c. living will
d. next of kin
c
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Joint movements are contraindicated when a client shows signs of ________ inflammation
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
____________________ is indicated by signs of poor perfusion (e.g., pallor, cool skin, and delayed capillary refill), combined with a normal or near normal blood pressure.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
It is recommended that everyone receive an influenza vaccine ________.
A. once in 2 years B. every month C. every year D. once in 5 years
An 83-year-old female has a rapid and irregular heart rate. She knows her name and where she is but asks repetitive questions. To best evaluate her baseline mental status, you should:
A) ask her specific questions about her life and history to see what she remembers. B) ask a family member if the repetitive questioning is normal for the patient. C) continue asking her the same questions until she gets them right. D) remind her after each repetitive question that she already asked you for that information.