____________________ is the most common functional disorder in the elderly.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Depression
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A nurse is observing another nurse prepare insulin for administration to a diabetic patient. Which observation is considered unsafe?
a. The nurse draws up the Regular insulin first, then the NPH insulin. b. The nurse draws up both the Regular and NPH insulin in the same syringe. c. The nurse draws up the insulin in a syringe calibrated in milligrams (mg). d. The nurse draws up 30 units of NPH insulin as ordered by the physician.
Which of the following nursing diagnoses is appropriate for a patient with acute lateral sclerosis (ALS)?
A) Chronic confusion B) Impaired urinary elimination C) Impaired verbal communication D) Bowel incontinence
The first phase of a risk assessment is:
1. Has the chemical been released into the environment? 2. How much and by which route of entry can the chemical enter body? 3. Is the chemical known to be associated with a negative health effect? 4. What is the prediction for potential harm?
What nursing intervention would be the 1st priority to prevent constipation in an immobile pt?
a. Administration of a soap suds enema b. Decreased dietary fiber consumption c. Narcotic analgesic pain relief use d. Increased daily oral fluid intake