"One does not have to be free of disease to experience the benefits of wellness and the positive side of living." What does this statement mean in relationship to the health of older people?
a. A good attitude makes aging a positive learning experience
b. People's needs are important, even if they are ill
c. Illness is not a good excuse for being inactive
d. Individuals do not have to limit their expe-rience of health simply because they have an illness
D
Health and health promotion can address the vitality and independence of older people, even if they have a chronic disease. The experience of health is not reserved for only persons who do not have an illness. Responses A, B, and C may be true, but they do not capture the depth and spirit of the statement for elderly people.
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a. osteogenic sarcoma. b. osteoporosis. c. rheumatoid arthritis. d. osteochondroma.
The triage nurse is taking vital signs of a 59-year-old African American male who has arrived to be treated for a laceration in his right hand. His blood pressure is 180/104
The nurse applies a dressing to his hand and plans for continuation of his care for the laceration. When questioning the client about his blood pressure, he states he did not know if that was normal for him and that he was not on any medication. In analyzing the blood pressure, the nurse decides A) this is normal for someone in pain from an injury. B) this finding is abnormal and presents an opportunity to initiate secondary prevention to prevent the progression of illness. C) the blood pressure may not be accurate, therefore, it does not need to be addressed. D) this patient needs to have his pressure taken in a standing position.
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A. Explain to the client that such feelings are normal, but that he or she must have realistic expectations for rehabilitation. B. Encourage the client to perform as many tasks as possible and to participate in decision making. C. Further assess the client's mental status for other signs of denial. D. Obtain an order for physical and occupational therapy.
Which factors determine the size and severity of the inflammatory response? (Select all that apply.)
a. Intensity of the injury b. Type of tissue injured c. Severity of the invasion d. Gender of the patient e. Extent of injury f. Duration of the invasion