The nurse is aware the older adult is more at risk for medication-related problems related to __________________________. (Select all that apply.)
a. drug-testing methodology
b. age-related changes
c. polypharmacy
d. cognitive and sensory changes
e. lack of adequate medical follow-up
ANS: A, B, C, D
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1. Appropriate assessment 2. Verbalize to the victim that he or she is a good person and the abuser is the bad person 3. Documentation 4. Intervention 5. Know the laws associated with reporting abuse
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