Identify which one of the following older clients is at greatest risk for periodontal disease

A) a client who is taking calcium supplements and follows a balanced diet
B) a client who has excessive saliva
C) a client who has a two-pack-per-day cigarette-smoking habit
D) a client who brushes the teeth with a soft-bristled toothbrush


C

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A) Fostering client participation in the decision-making process B) Contributing to a trusting nurse–client relationship C) Decreasing client stress during home visits D) Reducing client visit time by over 50%

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Which statements describe the adult who has achieved the successful emotional development of adulthood? (Select all that apply.)

a. The adult is able to function effectively in a stressful environment. b. The adult possesses effective intellectual and abstract problem-solving skills. c. The adult is able to adapt to growing older. d. The adult sets realistic personal and professional goals.

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Transferring the authority to perform a selected nursing task in a selected situation to a competent individual is:

a. authorization. b. delegation. c. empowerment. d. supervision.

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A couple is seeking infertility information from the nurse. Which of the following statements made by the couple would indicate the need for intervention by the nurse?

1. "We have been to two doctors already.". 2. "We have intercourse at least three times a week.". 3. "We are using temperature tracking for ovulation prediction.". 4. "We have been trying to conceive for a year.".

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