Nur163 Exam 2 Review {100%}(LATEST UPDATE)

Nur163 Exam 2 Review What does stress do to the elderly patient?  Changes in Eating Patterns, such as over-eating or loss of appetite.  Mood Swings – increased irritability  Memory Issues – Increased forgetfulness of names, places, things that normally come naturally. Lack of concentration may become a problem.  Isolation of themselves from others, refusing to socialize or participate in activities they previously enjoyed. Physical Signs of Stress  Increased pulse, increased BP, increased blood glucose, increased respiratory rate  Faintness/dizziness  Muscle tension in the back, neck and head  Teeth grinding  Loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, heartburn  Excess gas and constipation or diarrhea  Decreased urine production but increased frequency Your patient has an underlying disease and they are finally getting to exercise. What is our priority for that patient prior to exercising? Pain Management Repression - Unconscious blocking of unacceptable thoughts, feelings and impulses. Denial - Refusing to acknowled