The nurse reminds a healthy 51-year-old woman that her life expectancy is extended to the age of:
1. 78.
2. 86.
3. 91.
4. 94.
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Life expectancies have been extended for all middle-aged adults. A healthy woman who has reached the age of 50 can expect to live until the age of 91.
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a. Complete the wound care on the client, explaining the procedure while performing it. b. Have the client watch a video explaining sterile techniques that will be used for wound care. c. Have the client perform the wound care with the nurse present to supervise. d. Ask the client to review literature and perform the care at a later time.
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1. Spend at least 15 minutes each day in the sun. 2. Avoid the sun or use a sunscreen to reduce skin damage. 3. Increase the intake of dietary fat. 4. Increase the intake of calcium.
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a. malnutrition. b. nonnutrition. c. overnutrition. d. disordered eating.