A family member asks the nurse what would be an appropriate gift for a patient with Parkinson disease. What is the most useful suggestion?
a. Soft-soled house shoes
b. Jigsaw puzzle
c. Set of card games
d. Satin sheets
D
Satin sheets make moving in bed easier. Card games and jigsaw puzzles are frustrating because of the palsy. Hard-soled shoes provide better support than soft-soled shoes.
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A. biotransformation and absorption. B. distribution and biotransformation. C. absorption and distribution. D. absorption and elimination.
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a. Axis 1 b. Axis 3 c. Axis 5 d. Axis 7
Which of the following is found early in the development of chronic renal failure?
A. persistent proteinuria B. elevated creatinine level C. acute uremia D. hyperkalemia
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a. Dysfunctional uterine bleeding b. Dyspareunia c. Early menopause d. Cancer of the ovaries