When choosing housing for the older adult, which of the following is the main factor for determining the needs?
a. dietary needs of the client c. facility's floor plan
b. types of activity programs available d. functional perimeters
D
The client's functional abilities determine the needed level of care, which determines the most appropriate type of housing.
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In reality, the patient's family lives 200 miles away. The nurse should first suspect that the resident: a. may be developing Alzheimer's disease associated with advanced age. b. may have a cognitive impairment associated with medication actions. c. had a stroke and developed sensory perceptual alteration. d. has an alcohol-related cognitive impairment.
Your patient has a diagnosis of pneumonia. Which of these would be classified as part of the planning phase of the nursing process for a patient diagnosed with pneumonia?
A) Improve airway patency B) Promote fluid intake C) Administer fluids D) Avoid overexertion
Which of the following are considered to be appropriate uses of telenursing? Select all that apply
1. Making follow-up calls 2. Obtaining test results 3. Checking biometric measurements 4. Advanced primary practice 5. Telephone triage
What is the common side effect of antacids containing calcium or aluminum?
a. Allergies b. Bleeding c. Constipation d. Decreased urine output