A nurse is caring for an elderly patient. Which physiological change is of the highest concern?
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An elderly client with dementia is brought to the primary health-care provider's office. The client's daughter asks the nurse, 'What is dementia?' Which nursing response is appropriate?
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An elderly clients states, 'I can't afford to eat and buy all these medications.' What nursing intervention would be most appropriate?
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A nurse working in the hospital complains about his assignment, saying, 'I don't have a single patient younger than 70 years old. I'll be babbling and confused by the end of my shift!' These comments reflect:
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An elderly patient with diabetes is admitted with low blood sugar and a syncopal episode. He is confused and unable to give clear answers to most questions. He is noted to have multiple decubiti, poor hygiene, and several old and new lacerations with varying areas of ecchymosis. Which is of most concern to you, the nurse?
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