The nurse helps the visually impaired 68-year-old female resident to arrange her environment for increased safety by:
a. keeping lighting low to reduce confusing shadows.
b. reducing clutter, such as scatter rugs and foot stools.
c. removing all furniture, except for the bed and a chair.
d. placing personal hygiene articles such a toothbrush and comb in a cabinet.
ANS: B
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A) Take OTC calcium supplements consistently. B) Restrict consumption of foods high in purines. C) Ensure fluid intake of at least 4 liters per day. D) Restrict weight-bearing on right foot.
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1. An adolescent who has chronic acne 2. An adolescent who has overuse injuries from playing varsity sports 3. An adolescent who has chronic asthma 4. An adolescent who is planning on getting a tattoo
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A. "Your son may be more susceptible to allergies because you have allergies and should be tested to learn what his specific allergies are." B. "You should have your son wear a medical alert tag indicating a peanut allergy so that other people can help him avoid this allergen." C. "Your son is highly likely to have a peanut allergy because you do, and it will probably be more severe for him than it is for you." D. "Don't worry. Because allergies are produced by environmental exposure, unless you give him peanuts, he won't develop the allergy."