An older adult client has multiple health issues and takes many medications as well as OTC medications. Which suggestion does the nurse make to help
... [Show More] prevent medication interactions?
(select all that apply)
A. plan to move all medications to the same pharmacy
B. have the pharmacist review the medication list every 6 months
C. Ask the health care provider before taking an OTC medication
D. ask the health care provider before taking an OTC medication
E. discontinue taking all herbal supplements and OTC medications - ANSWER A, B, and D
An older adult client reports dependent edema and that shoes feel tight. Additionally, the client reports feeling restless and some shortness of breath. Which additional piece of information does the nurse anticipate?
A. weigh loss of 8 pounds (3.64kg) over the past 2 monts
B. increased appetite and ingestion of sweets
C. increased need to urinate frequently throughout the day
D. weight gain of 5 pounds (2.27kg) in the last 2 weeks - ANSWER D
The nurse provides care to an older adult client after an accident. The client walked into eh side of a turning car at a crosswalk. The nurse anticipates the client makes which statement about the cause of the accident?
A. "my foot slipped when I stepped off the curb"
B. "i think my leg broke when i got hit by the car"
C. "i didn't hear the car coming around the corner"
D. "drivers should pay more attention to driving" - ANSWER C
The nurse provides care for a group of older adult clients in a long term care facility. which client does the nurse see first?
A. client reporting severe leg pain after ambulating the bathroom
B. client diagnosed with dehydration and asking for more water
C. client asking for pain medication due to a mild headache
D. client diagnosed with terminal cancer and requesting to see family members today - ANSWER A
The nurse assesses the respiratory system of an older adult client. Which change is expected?
A. respiratory rate of 14 per minute
B. increased cough strength [Show Less]