NU 176- Geriatrics- Hudson- Exam 3
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Questions & Answers - Galen
What stage is a pressure ulcer with full thickness skin loss exposing subcutaneous
tissues? - correct answer Stage III.
What intervention should be reinforced for a client with stasis dermatitis? - correct
answer Educate the client to dangle the legs several times daily.
What age-related change in skin should the nurse expect to find? - correct answer
Decreased moisture.
What should a client with a history of skin cancer know about unhealthy moles? -
correct answer A mole that is ulcerated requires follow-up by your provider.
What is likely to be prescribed for a client with uncontrollable high glucose levels? -
correct answer Insulin injections.
,What is important for an older adult client encouraged to walk regularly? - correct
answer To improve balance.
What indicates a need for further discussion regarding age-related changes? - correct
answer Brain mass will increase.
What indicates a need for further teaching for a client newly diagnosed with
osteoarthritis? - correct answer The specific statement was not provided in the notes.
What is joint replacement? - correct answer A surgical procedure to replace a
damaged joint with an artificial one.
How does losing weight affect knee stress? - correct answer Losing weight decreases
the stress on the knees, potentially reducing pain and improving mobility.
What are prolonged periods of fatigue and malaise? - correct answer They refer to
extended times of extreme tiredness and general discomfort or illness.
, What causes knee pain in older adults? - correct answer Knee pain can be due to
changes in the cartilage in the joints.
What age-related change affects exercise adherence in older adults? - correct answer
Stiff ligaments and tendons can decrease flexibility, making it harder to adhere to
exercise regimens.
What is a priority nursing diagnosis for a widowed older adult? - correct answer Risk
for self-directed violence due to feelings of loneliness and loss.
How do age-related changes affect older adults' ability to exercise? - correct answer
Older adults may experience contractures, loss of bone mass, and decreased mobility.
Which client should the nurse assess first? - correct answer The client who is
neglecting the left side of their body following a stroke, as this indicates potential
neurological compromise.
(Latest ) 100% Correct
Questions & Answers - Galen
What stage is a pressure ulcer with full thickness skin loss exposing subcutaneous
tissues? - correct answer Stage III.
What intervention should be reinforced for a client with stasis dermatitis? - correct
answer Educate the client to dangle the legs several times daily.
What age-related change in skin should the nurse expect to find? - correct answer
Decreased moisture.
What should a client with a history of skin cancer know about unhealthy moles? -
correct answer A mole that is ulcerated requires follow-up by your provider.
What is likely to be prescribed for a client with uncontrollable high glucose levels? -
correct answer Insulin injections.
,What is important for an older adult client encouraged to walk regularly? - correct
answer To improve balance.
What indicates a need for further discussion regarding age-related changes? - correct
answer Brain mass will increase.
What indicates a need for further teaching for a client newly diagnosed with
osteoarthritis? - correct answer The specific statement was not provided in the notes.
What is joint replacement? - correct answer A surgical procedure to replace a
damaged joint with an artificial one.
How does losing weight affect knee stress? - correct answer Losing weight decreases
the stress on the knees, potentially reducing pain and improving mobility.
What are prolonged periods of fatigue and malaise? - correct answer They refer to
extended times of extreme tiredness and general discomfort or illness.
, What causes knee pain in older adults? - correct answer Knee pain can be due to
changes in the cartilage in the joints.
What age-related change affects exercise adherence in older adults? - correct answer
Stiff ligaments and tendons can decrease flexibility, making it harder to adhere to
exercise regimens.
What is a priority nursing diagnosis for a widowed older adult? - correct answer Risk
for self-directed violence due to feelings of loneliness and loss.
How do age-related changes affect older adults' ability to exercise? - correct answer
Older adults may experience contractures, loss of bone mass, and decreased mobility.
Which client should the nurse assess first? - correct answer The client who is
neglecting the left side of their body following a stroke, as this indicates potential
neurological compromise.
