What is one important consideration when dealing with the older population when
considering safety and medications?
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The older adult is at risk for falls, leading to an increase in morbidity and
death
,This semester, you will perform a Geriatric Assessment Papers (GAP). This includes the
use of a screening tool to help clarify your elder's situation. Which of the following is
true related to screening tools and their use in assessment?
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c. Screening tools allow for better understanding of the elder's situation,
and when used effectively, may lead to further questioning or other
screening tools.
Giving control to the person reduces anxiety.
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True
Which of the following is a true statement regarding aging and sexuality?
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One's sexuality can give meaning to life and bolster security, belonging and
esteem.
Delirium:
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, Onset occurs in hours to days.
Which of the following measures is not an appropriate treatment for depression for an
older adult?
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Sedatives, so that the depressed person can get needed rest.
What percent of all hospital patients are 65 or older?
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65
Which of the following is true related to the risk of suicide in older adults?
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Older white men are at the highest risk of any group in the United States for
committing suicide.
When assessing the older client's risk for pressure sore development, it is important
for the nurse to recognize that one of the most valid nutritional indicators is a(an):
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considering safety and medications?
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The older adult is at risk for falls, leading to an increase in morbidity and
death
,This semester, you will perform a Geriatric Assessment Papers (GAP). This includes the
use of a screening tool to help clarify your elder's situation. Which of the following is
true related to screening tools and their use in assessment?
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c. Screening tools allow for better understanding of the elder's situation,
and when used effectively, may lead to further questioning or other
screening tools.
Giving control to the person reduces anxiety.
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True
Which of the following is a true statement regarding aging and sexuality?
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One's sexuality can give meaning to life and bolster security, belonging and
esteem.
Delirium:
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, Onset occurs in hours to days.
Which of the following measures is not an appropriate treatment for depression for an
older adult?
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Sedatives, so that the depressed person can get needed rest.
What percent of all hospital patients are 65 or older?
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65
Which of the following is true related to the risk of suicide in older adults?
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Older white men are at the highest risk of any group in the United States for
committing suicide.
When assessing the older client's risk for pressure sore development, it is important
for the nurse to recognize that one of the most valid nutritional indicators is a(an):
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