Depression in the elderly is
1. rare.
2. common.
3. nonexistent.
4. seen occasionally.
2
Major depression affects as many as 40% of older Americans.
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The home health nurse is evaluating a client with AIDS on a home visit. The nurse determines that goals have been met when the client:
1. is depressed. 2. loses 10 pounds. 3. develops one decubitus ulcer. 4. has no opportunistic infections.
For which respiratory assessment test or procedure should you check to determine whether an informed consent signature has been obtained from the client before the test/procedure?
A. Measurement of oxygen saturation before and after a 12-minute walk B. Spiral computed tomography of the thorax C. Ventilation and perfusion scanning D. Thoracentesis
Routine handwashing between clients is the most important health care professionals can help prevent the spread of nosocomial infections
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
A client is receiving medication for a hookworm infection. In planning education for the client, the nurse knows it is essential to include which client-centered points?
Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. Stop taking the medication when feeling better 2. Do not share doses with other family members with similar symptoms 3. Return to the health care provider if symptoms have not subsided after a full course of treatment 4. Report any fever that does not subside in 3 days 5. Report any increasing symptoms