An older patient tells the nurse that alcohol is used occasionally to combat stress. The patient is a recent widow, retired, and admits to feeling worthless at times. The nurse realizes this patient is at risk for which health problem?

1. Suicide
2. Paranoia
3. Dementia
4. Liver failure


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Rationale: Older persons over the age of 65 have the highest suicide rates of all age groups. A major risk factor for suicide is depression. An inappropriate feeling of worthlessness is a symptom of depression.

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The nurse is planning care for an elderly patient diagnosed with end-stage heart failure and a nursing diagnosis of Decreased Cardiac Output secondary to ineffective left ventricular function

What outcome would the nurse plan for this patient to measure improvement in cardiac output? a. Brisk capillary refill in feet bilaterally. b. Heart rate within expected range c. Breath sounds clear with no shortness of breath d. Regular pulse rhythm

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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How much time should you schedule for a typical complete health and physical assessment?

a. 15–30 minutes c. 1–2 hours b. 30–90 minutes d. 2–3 hours

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A client tells the nurse that she obtains needed health care within her home community. An example of a community-based approach to health care delivery is:

a. Medicare. b. Medicaid. c. school health sites offering primary care services. d. managed care programs.

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