A nurse caring for an elderly client with COPD alters care knowing that in the older population.
a. COPD is not a common problem in the elderly.
b. impaired nutrition is a common problem in the elderly.
c. multiple co-morbidities may be present that complicate care.
d. sensory disturbances may hinder their ability to provide self-care.
e. there may be more problems with drug-drug interactions.
B, C, D, E
COPD is a common problem in the elderly; it is a leading cause of hospitalizations in older per-sons. Options b through e are all correct statements about COPD and age-related considerations.
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1. "Perimenopause occurs after menopause." 2. "Menopause typically occurs after the third pregnancy." 3. "The potential for childbearing is high during premenopause." 4. "Postmenopause occurs over a period of approximately three years."
Following teaching for the client who needs to increase his intake of potassium rich foods, the nurse realizes more teaching is needed when the client states:
a. "I will eat oatmeal and toasted oat bread every morning." b. "I love apricots and will eat them more often." c. "I will have my wife fix sweet potatoes instead of white potatoes." d. "Spinach is one of my favorite vegetables."
What are the most common, debilitating, and progressive neurologic disorders? (Select all that apply.) Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected
1. Parkinson's disease 2. Alzheimer's disease 3. Psychosis 4. Multiple sclerosis 5. Bipolar disorder
Unnecessary restraint is:
a. False imprisonment b. Malpractice c. Negligence d. Involuntary seclusion