The practical nurse (PN) is implementing a self-medication
program for an older resident who is newly admitted to an
assisted living community. Which
... [Show More] actions should the PN
implement to provide the resident ways to maintain safe
medication administration? (select all that apply.) - ANSWER-A.
Locked medication storage in the client's room.
B. Medication Administration Record (MAR).
D. Delivery of adequate supply of medication.
E. List of findings indicating medication effectiveness.
Which age-related changes in the cardiovascular system should
the practical nurse (PN) document when evaluating an older
client? (select all that apply.) - ANSWER-C. Cardiac murmurs.
D. Widening pulse pressure.
An older client who recently moved into an assisted living
community refuses to eat or join any activities. When
evaluating the client further, what should the practical nurse
(PN) focus on during the next examination? - ANSWERDepression.
The practical nurse (PN) is caring for an elderly client with
functional incontinence who lives in an assisted living
community. The client is alert, mildly confused, and can self
ambulate. Which nursing intervention should the PN
implement? - ANSWER-Offer assistance with toileting q2 hours.
The healthcare provider prescribes a new medication,
atrovastatin (lipitor), for an older client who arrives at the clinic
for an annual physical examination. What common side effect
should the practical nurse (PN) advise the client to observe for
with this medication? - ANSWER-Headaches.
The practical nurse (PN) is re-enforcing discharge instructions
with the family of an older client who was recently admitted for
an intestinal obstruction. Which statement indicates that the
family understands the instructions? - ANSWER-Report
abdominal distention, constipation, or any nausea and vomiting
to the health care provider.
An older client asks the practical nurse (PN) how he can reduce
his incidents of hemorrhoidal flare ups. What information
should the PN offer the client to prevent rectal discomfort?(
Select all that apply.) - ANSWER-A. Increase fiber and liquids in
the diet to help prevent constipation and straining. [Show Less]